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Going Nuclear: Could a Catastrophic Conflict Take Place? with Annie Jacobsen

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Unraveling Nuclear Deterrence

This chapter explores the ramifications of failed nuclear deterrence through insights from national security experts and a reporter's investigative journey. It highlights the historical impacts of nuclear warfare, particularly the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, alongside the modern technological complexities of nuclear command protocols. By examining the decision-making processes in potential missile threats, the chapter stresses the urgent need for public discourse on the hidden aspects of military capabilities and nuclear conflict.

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