1980: could NATO stop a Soviet tank rush in Europe?
- Episode aired Jul 14, 2021
- 21m
In 1980 the Warsaw Pact had a bit of a numerical edge relative to NATO among roughly comparable mechanized armies. So the Soviets were certainly prepared to defend themselves. But an offensi... Read allIn 1980 the Warsaw Pact had a bit of a numerical edge relative to NATO among roughly comparable mechanized armies. So the Soviets were certainly prepared to defend themselves. But an offensive against NATO posed logistical challenges that might have been insurmountable. Here are ... Read allIn 1980 the Warsaw Pact had a bit of a numerical edge relative to NATO among roughly comparable mechanized armies. So the Soviets were certainly prepared to defend themselves. But an offensive against NATO posed logistical challenges that might have been insurmountable. Here are the details.