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First Strike

First Strike

1979•49m
WarDocumentary

Dramatization of a devastating nuclear strike against the United States by the Soviet Union, followed by interviews with analysts and military figures. Produced by the United States Air Force.

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Production

KRON-TV, The United States Air Force

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

James R. Schlesinger

James R. Schlesinger

Self

Clarence R. Autery

Self

Edward N. Luttwak

Self

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