Chrome Dome 1960–68 By Osprey Publishing

“Chrome Dome”: A Riveting Account of SAC’s Unprecedented Nuclear Deterrence Operation

This meticulously researched and richly illustrated book delves into the extraordinary story of Operation Chrome Dome, a defining moment in Cold War history.

• A Constant Vigil: Discover how Strategic Air Command (SAC) launched a groundbreaking, eight-year, nonstop nuclear patrol to counter the perceived threat from the Soviet Union.
• The B-52’s Enduring Watch: Witness the tireless commitment of 12 B-52 Stratofortresses as they maintained a ceaseless airborne alert, orbiting over the Mediterranean and Alaska, each bomber flying for 24 hours, covering thousands of miles.
• Nuclear Readiness at the Brink: Explore the high stakes involved, with each cockpit holding top-secret mission folders detailing potential nuclear attacks on Soviet targets.
• Daring Missions, Tragic Accidents: Learn about the dramatic and controversial aspects of the operation, including several B-52 crashes and the infamous incidents involving lost nuclear weapons in Greenland and off the Spanish coast.

Packed with firsthand accounts, archival photos, and stunning artwork, this book provides a comprehensive and gripping history of SAC’s most demanding operation during the Cold War.