Mitterrand, the End of the Cold War, and German Unification

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Focusing on France's crucial influence, the book delves into the country's significant role in the events leading to the end of the Cold War and German unification. It highlights President François Mitterrand's leadership during the peaceful liberation of Eastern Europe, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the subsequent reunification of Germany. By utilizing extensive research and archival sources, the narrative challenges the predominant U.S.-centric perspectives, emphasizing France's contribution to establishing a new European order.