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The book explores the transformative impact of the atomic bombs on Japan, marking the beginning of the nuclear age. It details the US Navy's innovative program that combined missiles with nuclear-powered submarines, leading to the creation of the Polaris fleet, which began patrols in 1960. Additionally, it highlights the subsequent agreement to provide these missiles to the Royal Navy, illustrating the international implications of nuclear deterrence strategies during this period.
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Polaris, John Boyes
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Polaris
- Subtitle
- Submarines, Missiles, the US Navy and the Royal Navy
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Boyes
- Publisher
- Fonthill Media Ltd
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 384
- ISBN13
- 9781781559314
- Series
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- The book explores the transformative impact of the atomic bombs on Japan, marking the beginning of the nuclear age. It details the US Navy's innovative program that combined missiles with nuclear-powered submarines, leading to the creation of the Polaris fleet, which began patrols in 1960. Additionally, it highlights the subsequent agreement to provide these missiles to the Royal Navy, illustrating the international implications of nuclear deterrence strategies during this period.