Answer:
(C.)deter the Soviet Union from aggression .
Explanation:
NATO was formed in 1949, just 4 years after the end of WWII. Large units of the Red Army were stationing in the countries of Eastern Europe and there were serious conflicts and disagreements between the West and the Soviet Union, particularly over the future of Germany. That significant military presence instilled fears of a Soviet invasion in Western Europe to spread communism. In 1948, the Soviet military had blocked Berlin in order to cut communication lines between the Western part of the city and the Allies.
So, in this climate of confrontations and fears of Soviet aggression, the United States and its European allies got together to create NATO.
Answer:
B. It is necessary for the country's protection, but it will not be used to initiate conflicts.
Explanation:
Ronald Reagan makes it very clear that United States will not start fights therefore A and D are immediately eliminated. He then states “maintain our strength in order to deter and defend against agression — to preserve freedom and peace,” meaning that the defense will only be used as a means to protect
Chris Barnard at the Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town
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Well, he had never led an army before! I would be unsure as well!
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