NATO and Metaphors: The Nuclear Threshold

Authors

Augustus R. Norton

Number

5

Abstract

Ever since the development of nuclear weapons their employment has been a major concern of military planners. Fortunately, we have had no practical experience with their use. However, in the event of war in Western Europe a decision determining the threshold for their employment would be critical If not decisive.

Recommended Citation

Norton, Augustus R. (1977) "NATO and Metaphors: The Nuclear Threshold," Naval War College Review: Vol. 30: No. 4, Article 5.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol30/iss4/5