Wouldn't it be cheaper and as effective to deliver cruise missles from surface ships, planes and land vehicles? Not sure about the cost factor, but the Boomers represent a strategic advantage, since they are not as vulnerable as a surface ship.
A nuclear sub doesn't show up on enemy coastal radar, it just pops up and shoots.
A nuclear sub doesn't show up on enemy coastal radar, it just pops up and shoots.
You're close...We didn't just pop up and shoot, we shoot while submerged.
RetiredCOB (Chief of the Boat)