Hotline Flashcards
(3 cards)
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What was the Hotline and why was it introduced?
A
direct communication link between the US President and the Soviet Premier, introduced in 1963 after the Cuban Missile Crisis. It aimed to reduce the risk of nuclear war by allowing fast, direct communication in a crisis.
2
Q
Why was the Hotline significant during the Cold War?
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3
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Why was the Hotline significant during the Cold War?
A
both superpowers were willing to improve communication to avoid dangerous misunderstandings. It was a step towards better relations and helped ease Cold War tensions after the near-disaster of 1962.
