The US military defines its Defense Readiness Condition (DEFCON) levels as follows: DEFCON 5 is normal readiness. DEFCON 4 is above normal readiness. DEFCON 3 is the air force ready to mobilize in 15 minutes. DEFCON 2 is all forces ready to fight in 6 hours. DEFCON 1 is the maximum state of readiness and … Continue reading Take us to DEFCON 1