11130B. THE COLD WAR: COULD IT HAVE BEEN WON MORE CHEAPLY? Analyzes the economic impact of the arms race on the U.S. and Soviet Union. Discusses force levels and equipment purchased. Considers Reagan-era "spend-up" (few weapons passed R+D). Concludes Soviet Union was already doomed but offers varying reasons why and suggests American buildup was inevitable. 8 pages, 6 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.