What is a pre-emptive strike?
A pre-emptive strike is the term used to describe a surprise attack on an enemy. It’s purpose is to cripple the enemy, and thus prevent any retaliation. To negative this form of attack the Super-powers developed three differing method of delivering their weapons (by bomber, by missile and launched from submarine). This meant that if one or two delivery methods were destroyed in a surprise attack, then they would still be able to retaliate.
