1983: The Brink of Apocalypse
This programme recalls the events that led up to one of the most dangerous moments in the entire history of the Cold War: a NATO command post exercise, code named Able Archer 83, which caused the USSR to believe that NATO was planning a genuine nuclear attack.
- Overview
- Cast
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1983: The Brink of Apocalypse
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jul 19, 2007
Runtime
1h 14m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
1983: The Brink of Apocalypse
Production Companies
Flashback Television
Director
Henry Chancellor
Description
This programme recalls the events that led up to one of the most dangerous moments in the entire history of the Cold War: a NATO command post exercise, code named Able Archer 83, which caused the USSR to believe that NATO was planning a genuine nuclear attack.
