The Thor Missile was a type of intermediate-range ballistic missile developed by the United States during the Cold War. It was designed to deliver nuclear warheads and was part of the U.S. military's strategic deterrent forces. The missile was named after the Norse god of thunder, reflecting its powerful capabilities. The Thor Missile was deployed in the late 1950s and primarily used by the U.S. Air Force. It had a range of about 1,500 miles and was capable of carrying a nuclear payload. The missile system was eventually phased out in favor of more advanced technologies, such as the Minuteman Missile.