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The Brezhnev Era, under Leonid Brezhnev's leadership from 1964 to 1982, is a period of the Soviet Union's history marked by political stability, economic stagnation, and a strict stance against dissent. Key events include the suppression of the Prague Spring, the Sino-Soviet Split, détente with the West, and the invasion of Afghanistan. These actions and policies had lasting effects on the Soviet Union's domestic and international relations, setting the stage for future reforms.
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The Brezhnev Doctrine, implemented after the Prague Spring, allowed for Soviet intervention in other socialist countries to maintain communist rule
Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT I)
The signing of SALT I in 1972 aimed to limit the arms race between the Soviet Union and the United States
Helsinki Accords
The Helsinki Accords of 1975 promoted increased economic and cultural exchanges between the East and West
The Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan in 1979 marked the end of détente and led to strained relations with the United States
The Soviet economy during the Brezhnev Era was hindered by excessive military spending and a lack of reform
The Brezhnev Era saw a return to strict censorship and persecution of political dissidents
The Brezhnev Era brought about a period of stability and some diplomatic successes
The conclusion of the Brezhnev Era highlighted the necessity for reform, leading to Gorbachev's policies of Perestroika and Glasnost
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Brezhnev's Role in Prague Spring Suppression
Brezhnev ordered Soviet troops to invade Czechoslovakia in 1968, halting reforms and maintaining strict Soviet control.
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Impact of Sino-Soviet Split under Brezhnev
Brezhnev's era saw worsening relations with China, leading to border conflicts and ideological rift between communist powers.
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Brezhnev's Détente with the West
Brezhnev pursued easing of tensions with the West, resulting in arms control agreements like SALT I and increased trade.
