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Questions about Raymond L. Garthoff

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When was Raymond L. Garthoff born and when did he die?

Raymond Leonard Garthoff lived from 1929 to 2024. He received his bachelor of arts degree from Princeton University in 1948.

What role did Raymond L. Garthoff play during the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks?

Beginning in 1969, Raymond L. Garthoff served as executive secretary of the U.S. delegation for the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks. In September 1970, he became deputy director within the State Department's Bureau of Political-Military Affairs.

Who disputed Raymond L. Garthoff's views on Soviet nuclear doctrine?

Richard Pipes published an article titled Misinterpreting the Cold War: The Hardliners Were Right in Foreign Affairs magazine in January and February 1995. This piece attempted to rebut Raymond L. Garthoff's book regarding American intelligence assessments of Soviet intentions.

Which country did Raymond L. Garthoff serve as Ambassador to?

Raymond L. Garthoff served as Ambassador to Bulgaria during his diplomatic career. He also held leadership roles within the State Department's Bureau of Political-Military Affairs from 1980 onward.

When was Raymond L. Garthoff's Reflections on the Cuban Missile Crisis published?

Raymond L. Garthoff published Reflections on the Cuban Missile Crisis with new revelations from Soviet and Cuban sources in June 1989. His work The Great Transition covers American-Soviet relations from 1981 to 1991 and spans 834 pages.