National Security Decision Directives

Definition
National Security Decision Directives (NSDD) were issued by President Ronald Reagan and his Assistants to the President for National Security Affairs to set forth official national security policy for the guidance of the defense, intelligence, and foreign policy establishments of the U.S. Government.

Overview
Presidential administrations have issued similar numbered papers to guide policy since the formation of the National Security Council (NSC) in 1947. Each directive was given a number assigned in sequence in order of issuance. There were a total of 325 NSDDs issued.

External link

 * National Security Decision Directives - Reagan Administration.