Question

Reagan administration announced in 1983 a plan to create a high technology missile-defense system over American territory to block Russian nuclear attack. Derided as "Star Wars" by critics, the ________________________________ typified Reagan's commitment to vigorous defense spending even as he sought to limit the size of government in domestic matters. (three words)

Answer 1

Answer:

Strategic Defense Initiative

Explanation:

Strategic Defense Initiative is an anti-ballistic missile program that was designed to shoot down nuclear missiles in space. Otherwise known as “Star Wars,” SDI sought to create a space-based shield that would render nuclear missiles obsolete and it was first proposed by President Ronald Reagan in a nationwide television address on March 23, 1983.