Nbc: Nuclear, Biological & Chemical Warfare on the Modern Battlefield

by J Norris

The thawing of the Cold War has removed a nuclear threat that hung over the world for decades, but there is no reason to drop our guard. Smaller and more belligerent states now have nuclear, Biological and chemical capabilities, and the will to use them. In recent years we have even seen terrorist groups using chemical agents, and the time cannot be far off when a terrorist organisation makes use of a nuclear threat.

' Biological and Chemical Warfare on the Modern Battlefield' takes a dispassionate look at the nature of the threat, the equipment available to detect radiation and biological agents, and the measures available to the soldier to protect himself and to continue fighting in an NBC environment.

The 'Brassey's Modern Military Equipment' series has been compiled to provide a well-researched, authoritative reference for soldiers at all levels in the command chain, as well as for the civilian observer. It provides concise and accurate intelligence on vehicles and equipment which are currently in service, with detailed descriptions, photographs and specifications.

112 pages, Hardcover

First published January 15, 1997