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What was the political climate during the time of the trial and how did this historical context affect their fate

For in this unit, you read about transitions of power and the formation of newly independent nations in africa, asia, the americas, and the middle east. some of these transitions were peaceful, while others caused long-term instability. why do you think some countries were more successful than others with political transitions? what do you think were the biggest challenges facing newly independent countries? would it have been possible for leaders to prevent these problems before they happened? why or why not?

Under president reagan, the united states began to develop the strategic defense initiative, nicknamed "star wars.” what was the goal of that plan?