Routledge Detente in Europe 1972-1976 - Whitehall Histories

Explore a detailed historical account of British foreign policy during a transformative era. This volume from the Whitehall Histories series provides a deep look into the diplomatic landscape of the mid-1970s. Drawing directly on records from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the text examines Britain's specific role in the Mutual and Balanced Force Reductions in Vienna. Readers will find a comprehensive study of British policy toward the Soviet Union and its satellite nations. The work tracks how British officials reacted to the period of detente between the world's superpowers, offering a primary-source-driven perspective on international relations. This book serves as an essential resource for those studying 20th-century European history, diplomatic strategy, and the evolution of British overseas policy.