What Deters? Strength, Not Weakness

Authors

Roger W. Barnett

Number

4

Abstract

The risks of sharp reductions are of the greatest magnitude, and so are the possible consequences. “Existential deterrence,” the pivotal concept in Admiral Turner’s scheme, is a very risky and dangerous approach to nuclear deterrence—for if it fails, it fails catastrophically.

Recommended Citation

Barnett, Roger W. (2001) "What Deters? Strength, Not Weakness," Naval War College Review: Vol. 54: No. 2, Article 4.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol54/iss2/4