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

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Focusing on France's pivotal role in the end of the Cold War, this book highlights the country's influence in key events such as the peaceful liberation of Eastern Europe, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and Germany's reunification. It examines the contributions of President François Mitterrand and challenges the often U.S.-centric narratives by emphasizing France's central position in Europe and its partnership with Germany. Drawing on extensive research and archival sources, it offers a comprehensive view of France's impact on the emergence of a new European order.