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FRONTLINE: THIS MONTH IN HISTORY: DECEMBER.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 152. P. 12 1 of 2

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses various historical and contemporary military events, emphasizing their strategic significance. It highlights the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805, where Napoleon's forces defeated the Russian and Holy Roman armies, and the escalation of Russian military activity in the Baltic region, which NATO interprets as a test of its defenses. Additionally, it covers the signing of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty between the Soviet Union and the USA, which aimed to eliminate certain missile types, and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, marking the start of the Soviet-Afghan War. The article also touches on the retirement of MI5 director Roger Hollis amid suspicions of espionage. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/12, Issue 152, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:189047553
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