I don't see how faster ballistic missiles change the game. In the past you still could do surprise attacks and example eliminate the chain of command, or the li

I don't see how faster ballistic missiles change the game. In the past you still could do surprise attacks and example eliminate the chain of command, or the lines of communication. While there are reports that suitcase nuclear devices were developed. However what ultimately fixed this issue in the 60s was the adoption of nuclear submarines - you can surprise the adversary, but because you cannot find the subs the retaliatory strikes are assured.