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What position did Haig hold in NATO forces in Europe from 1974 to 1979?

  • Supreme Allied Commander Europe

  • Secretary General

  • Deputy Supreme Allied Commander

  • Chairman of the Military Committee

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From 1974 to 1979, Haig held the position of Supreme Allied Commander Europe, which is the highest-ranking military position in NATO. In this role, he oversaw all NATO military operations in Europe, including the Cold War.
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