U.S. Air Force offers first peek at LRSO nuclear missile
After years of secretive development, the U.S. Air Force last week provided its first look at a nuclear cruise missile expected to be wielded by B-52 bombers.
Why it matters: Imagery like this is not shared carelessly.
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Axios
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U.S. Air Force offers first peek at LRSO nuclear missile
After years of secretive development, the U.S. Air Force last week provided its first look at a nuclear cruise missile expected to be wielded by B-52 bombers. Why it matters: Imagery like this is not shared carelessly.
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