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The end of the Cold War, 1970-91

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Détente and SALT I

I can explain the significance of the SALT I treaty.

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The Helsinki Accords and SALT II

I can explain why there was not a sustained improvement in US-Soviet relations after the Helsinki Accords.

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The Soviet invasion of Afghanistan

I can explain the causes and consequences of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.

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Reagan and the 'Second Cold War'

I can explain why there was a sharp increase in Cold War tensions after Reagan was elected as US President.

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1 Video

Gorbachev's 'new thinking'

I can explain Gorbachev's 'new thinking' and its impact on US-Soviet relations.

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1 Video

The fall of the Berlin Wall

I can explain the events that led to the end of Soviet control of Eastern Europe and the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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The collapse of the Soviet Union

I can explain the events that led to the collapse of the Soviet Union.

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1 Video