ICBM Attack Pattern Revealed by Arctic Radar
Early warning stations near the Arctic Circle detect ICBM attack patterns with a maximum warning time of about 25 minutes from detection to impact. The text states that stopping such missiles is not possible.
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Arctic Circle
Portrait of Gen John K Koehler Commander of NORAD
This profile highlights General John K Koehler as head of the North American Air Defense Command based in Colorado Springs. He oversees about 200,000 Americans and Canadians guarding a 10.5 million square mile patrol area with an 18,000 mile edge and can deploy 70 fighter interceptor squadrons.
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John K. Koehler
Colorado Springs
Nike Zeus defense system eyed as ICBM safeguard
The Army credits Nike Zeus with potential to defend the United States as Air Force Atlas and Titan missiles are tested. Simulated launches 5,000 miles out over the Pacific are reportedly intercepted by Nike Zeus from Kwajalein Atoll. McNamara and Kennedy remain wary about full operational capability.
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Air Force
Atlas
Titan
Pacific
Kwajalein Atoll
Army
Defense
McNamara
Kennedy
America
How North American defense shapes Soviet nuclear threat
Dan Byrne reports from NORAD Colorado Springs on why a Soviet nuclear strike is unlikely. He cites US ICBM superiority, bomber limitations for Russia, and anti missile efforts like Nike Zeus, noting US advantage in subs and early warning. He describes NORAD's radar complex and the need for reliable defense against mis fires.
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America
Russia
United States
Navy
North American
Khrushchev's fly swatter paraded in Moscow
The piece describes Russia's anti-missile device touted as functional in Moscow, while American officials emphasize the need for a reliable defense against ICBMs. It notes Nike Zeus progress but says an operational system is not yet achieved.
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Russia
Moscow
Mili
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