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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?
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.
There could've been an immediate end to the Cold War due to reduced tensions.
The Soviet Union could've economically surpassed United States.
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AP World History: Modern - 8.8 End of the Cold War
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