Question 346

During the Cold War, what joint military command did Canada and the United States form to defend North American airspace?

  1. ANorth American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD)
  2. BThe United Nations (UN)
  3. CNorth Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
  4. DGeneral Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)
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Correct answer: A) North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD)

Explanation

Canada and the United States formed the North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD). This military alliance was created to protect the continent from potential air attacks.

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