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Western Europe faces gradual U.S. force reductions and shifts
The article surveys potential U.S. troop cuts in Germany, Franco-German rapprochement under Kiesinger, and closer East bloc ties. It notes NATO’s relocation to Belgium, France’s base withdrawal, and widespread European moves that could reshape security and alliance balance. It highlights German leaders Brandt and Strauss pushing East contact, while De Gaulle remains wary of U.S. influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western
Europe
Washington
Germany
France
West Germany
Kurt-Georg Kiesager
North Atlantic Treaty Alliance
NATO
Belgium
Charles de Gaulle
United States
U.S
William C. Westmoreland
South Vietnam
Kiesinger
Willy Brandt
Long
East
East Germany
Franz-Josef Strauss
Christian Democrats