Employing land-based anti-ship missiles in the western Pacific

Land-based anti-ship missiles (ASMs) feature prominently in the capabilities of many island nations in the Western Pacific, but the United States currently lacks such systems. This report illustrates the potential strategic advantages of the United States working with partners to build a coalition A...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Kelly, Terrence K. (-)
Otros Autores: Atler, Anthony, Nichols, Todd, Thrall, Lloyd
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Santa Monica, California : Rand 2013.
Edición:1st ed
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Sumario:Land-based anti-ship missiles (ASMs) feature prominently in the capabilities of many island nations in the Western Pacific, but the United States currently lacks such systems. This report illustrates the potential strategic advantages of the United States working with partners to build a coalition ASM capability, particularly in the event of a conflict with China, and includes an assessment of logistical challenges and positioning approaches.
Notas:Description based upon print version of record.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (91 p.)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9780833078315
9780833078339