It delayed development of a new nuclear bomber and a successor to Trident ballistic-missile submarines.

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The B-2 is also a multi-role bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions.

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In addition, planned replacement of the Ohio-class nuclear-ballistic-missile submarine has also been delayed, and no decision has yet been made on whether the U.S. next-generation strategic bomber force will even be capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

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In addition, planned replacement of the Ohio-class nuclear ballistic missile submarine has also been delayed, and no decision has yet been made on whether the U.S. next-generation strategic bomber force will even be capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

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With its manned operation, recallability, large payload useable for either nuclear or conventional missions, pinpoint accuracy and long-time of flight, the bomber force offers unrivaled flexibility and opportunities for selectivity of employment not found in the other components of the Triad.

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Originally designed to speed nuclear bombs into Cold War Russia, the B-1 was retooled to become a long-range bomber able to carry more conventional bombs, allowing it to hit more targets over a wider area.

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To achieve these reductions, the Peacekeeper ICBMs have been retired, the Navy has removed four Trident submarines from strategic service and the B-1 bomber is now used for conventional weapons only and will not retain its capability to return to a nuclear role.

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