US–Soviet Nuclear Arms Race (HSC SSCE Modern History): Quizzes
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How long did the US-Soviet nuclear arms race last?
How long did the US-Soviet nuclear arms race last?
Over four decades
What process do hydrogen bombs use, unlike atomic bombs?
What process do hydrogen bombs use, unlike atomic bombs?
Fusion (combining atoms)
How many warheads could a Polaris submarine carry?
How many warheads could a Polaris submarine carry?
48 warheads
What is the military-industrial complex?
What is the military-industrial complex?
Military & arms industry network
Who first articulated the MAD doctrine in 1962?
Who first articulated the MAD doctrine in 1962?
Robert McNamara
Who had sole authority to authorise a US nuclear attack?
Who had sole authority to authorise a US nuclear attack?
The president only
Who was Colonel Stanislav Petrov?
Who was Colonel Stanislav Petrov?
Officer who stopped false alert
What did the US spend on the nuclear arms race?
What did the US spend on the nuclear arms race?
At least US$5.5 trillion
What are the three components of the nuclear triad?
What are the three components of the nuclear triad?
Land ICBMs, bombers, submarines
Which Asian ally does US Extended Nuclear Deterrence protect?
Which Asian ally does US Extended Nuclear Deterrence protect?
Japan