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'Star Wars' - America Fights Back Flashcards

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What was START? (3)

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  • Talks to reduce arms
  • USA criticised Brezhnev for imprisoning Polish trade Unions
  • Banned hi-tech trade
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What did START stand for?

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Strategic Arms Reduction Talks

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What did SDI stand for?

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Strategic Defensive Initiative

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What was SDI?

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Gave the US the ability to intercept and destroy Strategic-ballistic missiles, giving the USA an upper hand if war broke out

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When was SDI?

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Reagan announced in March 1983

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Why was the SDI a turning point in the arms race? (2)

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  • Showed US domination in space race

- Turned space race into an arms race

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History - Cold War (28 decks)

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