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Star Wars

A long time ago, in a library not so far away....

What was SDI?

The Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) was a system proposed by the Reagan administration as a defense against nuclear missiles and was often referred to the "Star Wars" program. 

Learn more about SDI

Strategic Defense Initiative (aka "Star Wars")

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Rebecca Starkey
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Government Publications

Information about the Strategic Defense Initiative can be found in many government publications, including Congressional hearings, debates, and reports, along with presidential documents. The resources below can guide you to many of these primary source materials.