The threat of nuclear war is an awesome and frightening thing to contemplate. There are those who argue that nuclear weapons have prevented wars, the price of conflict between major powers being too high. Others have argued that it is only a matter of time before a nuclear war occurs, by design or accident. Explore the following Web sites and offer your analysis of the questions below in the space provided.

1		What are the major issues surrounding strategic nuclear war?
2		What may be a potential argument for AND against adopting a missile defense program?
3		In your opinion, does the development and possession of nuclear weapons make the world more or less secure? Explain.