Summary
This article discusses journalist Naveed Jamali's experience filming the United States nuclear triad, which includes bombers, ballistic missile submarines, and intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). Jamali became the first journalist to capture all three components, highlighting the servicemembers' dedication and the challenging conditions they work under to maintain a crucial deterrent for national security.
Key Facts
- Naveed Jamali is the first journalist to film all three parts of the U.S. nuclear triad.
- The nuclear triad consists of B-52 bombers, Minuteman III ICBMs, and ballistic missile submarines like the USS Wyoming.
- Jamali began filming from a B-52 bomber in January 2023.
- He later filmed Minuteman III ICBMs in April 2024 and the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber.
- Jamali was the 820th person to fly in the B-2 Spirit bomber.
- The servicemembers working on nuclear weapons are often in their early 20s and come from diverse backgrounds.
- They work in challenging environments, such as submarines and remote missile sites.
- The nuclear weapons serve as a deterrent, with submarines being the most "survivable" part of the triad due to their ability to stay hidden.
