Able Archer 83 Document E2: Note from Ministry of Defence official dated 20 March 1984.

Published: 08.04.2025

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Refers to the third draft of the JIC report reference JIC(84)(N)45 and notes that the paper has been returned for action twice by the JIC. Requests further comments from within MoD.

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Able Archer 83 Document E2: Note from Ministry of Defence official dated 20 March 1984.

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