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Reagan Deploys Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces
In the 70s, the Soviets begin deploying shorter-range nuclear missiles in Eastern Europe. By Reagan comes to office, the Soviets have deployed about 600 of these things and NATO has deployed zero. As you explain, the INF deployment in Britain provokes massive protests. In Germany, there are protests across the country. Here in the United States, Bruce Springsteen headlines a nuclear freeze protest in Central Park.