Minuteman missile

The Minuteman missile is an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) developed by the United States during the Cold War. It is a land-based nuclear missile designed for rapid launch in response to a threat. Stored in underground silos across strategic locations, these missiles can travel thousands of miles to deliver nuclear warheads to distant targets. They play a key role in national defense by providing a stable, assured second-strike capability, meaning they help deter nuclear conflict by ensuring that the U.S. can respond even if attacked first.