History GCSE

ICBMs

What ICBMs means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of ICBMs

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Intercontinental ballistic missiles, developed by both sides alongside devastating hydrogen bombs, forming part of the arms race.

Pearson Edexcel · Option P4: Key topic 1: The origins of the Cold War, 1941–58 - 3 The Cold War intensifies (study guide)

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Option P4: Key topic 1: The origins of the Cold War, 1941–58 - 3 The Cold War intensifies (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)

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