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Strategic Air Command

Strategic Air Command (SAC), main U.S. nuclear striking force, containing U.S. land-based ballistic missiles and long-range bombers. SAC is linked to U.S. warning systems and is a specified command under the Defense Department.

See also: Nuclear weapon.

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