Feb. 18, 2026
Command and Control: The History and Reality of Nuclear Weapons Management
Dive deep into the gripping story of nuclear weapons management, inspired by Eric Schlosser’s landmark investigation and other critical sources. This presentation explores the origins of the atomic bomb, the Cold War arms race, the intricacies of nuclear command and control, and the chilling near-misses that almost changed history forever. Discover how sole authority, human error, and evolving technology shape the world’s most dangerous arsenal. From the Manhattan Project to modern cybersecurity threats, learn why vigilance, reform, and public awareness are essential for global safety.
Key topics include:
The Manhattan Project and the dawn of the nuclear age
Cold War arms race and Mutual Assured Destruction (MAD)
U.S. nuclear command and control systems (NC2)
Presidential sole authority and the nuclear football
Famous incidents: Damascus Titan II explosion, Goldsboro and Palomares crashes, Soviet false alarms
The human factor: leadership, mental fitness, and decision-making
Modernization and cybersecurity risks
Legal and ethical debates about nuclear use
Global context and future challenges
Expert recommendations for safer command and control
Call to Action:
If you found this presentation insightful, please like, subscribe, and share! Join the conversation in the comments: What reforms do you think are needed for nuclear command and control? Stay informed and help spread awareness about the risks and responsibilities of nuclear stewardship.
Tags:
nuclear weapons, command and control, Eric Schlosser, Cold War, Manhattan Project, nuclear safety, nuclear accidents, nuclear football, Mutual Assured Destruction, MAD, U.S. military, nuclear command, nuclear history, nuclear modernization, cybersecurity, arms control, nuclear policy, nuclear ethics, nuclear risk, documentary, PBS American Experience
Hashtags:
#NuclearWeapons #CommandAndControl #EricSchlosser #ColdWar #ManhattanProject #NuclearSafety #NuclearAccidents #NuclearFootball #MAD #NuclearHistory #Cybersecurity #ArmsControl #NuclearPolicy #NuclearEthics #NuclearRisk
Key topics include:
The Manhattan Project and the dawn of the nuclear age
Cold War arms race and Mutual Assured Destruction (MAD)
U.S. nuclear command and control systems (NC2)
Presidential sole authority and the nuclear football
Famous incidents: Damascus Titan II explosion, Goldsboro and Palomares crashes, Soviet false alarms
The human factor: leadership, mental fitness, and decision-making
Modernization and cybersecurity risks
Legal and ethical debates about nuclear use
Global context and future challenges
Expert recommendations for safer command and control
Call to Action:
If you found this presentation insightful, please like, subscribe, and share! Join the conversation in the comments: What reforms do you think are needed for nuclear command and control? Stay informed and help spread awareness about the risks and responsibilities of nuclear stewardship.
Tags:
nuclear weapons, command and control, Eric Schlosser, Cold War, Manhattan Project, nuclear safety, nuclear accidents, nuclear football, Mutual Assured Destruction, MAD, U.S. military, nuclear command, nuclear history, nuclear modernization, cybersecurity, arms control, nuclear policy, nuclear ethics, nuclear risk, documentary, PBS American Experience
Hashtags:
#NuclearWeapons #CommandAndControl #EricSchlosser #ColdWar #ManhattanProject #NuclearSafety #NuclearAccidents #NuclearFootball #MAD #NuclearHistory #Cybersecurity #ArmsControl #NuclearPolicy #NuclearEthics #NuclearRisk
