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Clement Attlee Announces British Rearmament Plans
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1951

Clement Attlee Announces British Rearmament Plans

On 29 January 1951, Clement Attlee announced a major British rearmament programme in response to rising Cold War tensions.

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On 29 January 1951, Clement Attlee announced a major British rearmament programme in response to rising Cold War tensions.
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