Between the Wars - S01E03: The First SALT Talks
The forces favoring peace through disarmament clash with the forces for peace through military strength. In 1921, the world's first major disarmament conference limits the post war arms race, and the most important strategic weapon of the times – the battleship. General Billy Mitchell demonstrates the superiority of air power by bombing obsolete battleships in Chesapeake bay. While the American military remains unconvinced, Japanese observers were extremely impressed as they would later demonstrate at Pear Harbor.
Cast: Eric Sevareid
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Between the Wars S01E03 Synopsis
Stream Between the Wars "The First SALT Talks" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1978-04-19, this episode is part of Season 1 of Between the Wars. Featuring performances from Eric Sevareid among the cast. With a runtime of 30m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this War & Politics and Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. The forces favoring peace through disarmament clash with the forces for peace through military strength. In 1921, the world's first major disarmament conference limits the post war arms race, and the most important strategic weapon of the times – the...
