Sentinel antimissile system debate sustains partisan clash
Washington debate over the Sentinel antimisile system continues as supporters cite deterrence and fewer casualties, while critics call it costly and potentially obsolete. Supporters include McNamara, Clifford, and Wheeler. opponents warn of limited effectiveness against Soviet and Chinese missiles and urge shifting funds to domestic needs.
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Soviet missiles reach outer Mongolia near Red China
Secret Soviet missile bases have been set up in Outer Mongolia within striking range of Red China s major industrial and nuclear centers. U S bases in Korea Japan and Okinawa lie within range of the Mongolian rockets. The bases allegedly sit in remote eastern Mongolia and may be supported by interlinked rail lines from Moscow to Choibalsan.
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