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December 21, 1981

Central Intelligence Agency, 'Background to Present Situation in Poland and Possible Soviet Role'

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Report outlines the various factors leading up to martial law, including Soviet influence, possible Warsaw Pact intervention, and possible public backlash.

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CIA declassification, 2008

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2017-09-08

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Memorandum

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165340

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MacArthur Foundation