It's worth remembering that desperate people do desperate (and sometimes irrational) things - and the man is in a position to order a nuclear strike. It's unclear the order would be carried out but I'd prefer *not* to rely on the rationality (and courage) of Russian officers.
Written by Bob Koure
Retired software architect, statistical analyst, hotel mgr, bike racer, distance swimmer. Photographer. Amateur historian. Avid reader. Home cook. Never-FBer