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Causes of Détente: Fear of War, Needs of USSR and USA, European Needs

This lesson aims to provide an overview of the causes of Détente, also known as 'relaxation' in international relations. Students will explore the fear of war, the needs of the USSR and USA, and the importance of European needs in initiating Détente. The significance of economic realities and the impact of individual personalities will also be examined. Homework includes revision up to the end of the Sino-Soviet Split.

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Causes of Détente: Fear of War, Needs of USSR and USA, European Needs

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  1. What were the causes of Détente? Détente = ‘relaxation’ Lesson Aim: To get an overview of Détente. N.B. Essay amendments. We will feed back on Thurs about this, as very important for next essay. TASK: Read ‘what is the unit about’ p136. Mini whiteboard, summarise in 3 bullet points.

  2. A 10 minute intro…. • Nixon. • Kissinger – National Security advisor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAhDQxPHvP0

  3. What were the causes of Détente? • Read Intro • TASK: We are going to make a big spider diagram of the causes. You are only allowed 5 Key bullet points for your section. So read FIRST before you take notes. • Fear of war. • Needs of USSR: Greater parity/Sino-Soviet split AND Domestic forces. • Needs of USA. • European needs and Ostpolitik (links between east and west).

  4. Mini whiteboards…… • What cause do you think was the most significant? • How significant were economic realities? • How significant were the personalities of individuals in causing Détente?

  5. Homework – Thurs. Make revision for up to the end of Sino-Soviet Split.

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