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AP World History: Modern
Unit 8 – Cold War & Decolonization (1900-Present)
Topic 8.8
What could've happened if Ronald Reagan decided against implementing Star Wars (Strategic Defense Initiative) in his administration?
There could've been an immediate end to the Cold War due to reduced tensions.
The Soviet Union could've economically surpassed United States.
USSR might not have collapsed leading to a continued world divided into two blocs.
The arms race between USA and USSR might have slowed down, possibly prolonging the Cold War.
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AP World History: Modern - 8.8 End of the Cold War
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