The Meaning of Détente

Authors

Helmut Sonnenfeldt

Number

3

Abstract

In practice, détente has been an active policy based on hard realities. Its goal is not a simple and temporary relaxation of international tension but the creation of mutual interest in the maintenance of peace.

Recommended Citation

Sonnenfeldt, Helmut (1975) "The Meaning of Détente," Naval War College Review: Vol. 28: No. 4, Article 3.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol28/iss4/3