War Games: the secret world of the creators, players, and policy makers rehearsing World War III todayStartling and disturbing, this is an up-to-date look at today's high-tech rehearsals for war. Political scenarios, military strategies and frightening, true-to-life maneuvers--all the games played by today's leaders are here, based on information gained through the Freedom of Information Act. |
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An Introduction and Scenario | 1 |
Then and Now | 21 |
The Nuclear Factor | 42 |
Copyright | |
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