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Lecture Notes Cold War

The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union from 1947 to 1991, marked by ideological conflict between capitalism and communism. Key events included the Berlin Blockade, Korean War, Cuban Missile Crisis, and Vietnam War, alongside the Space and Arms Races. The Cold War ended with the collapse of the USSR in 1991, significantly shaping global alliances and political developments.

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Lecture Notes Cold War

The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union from 1947 to 1991, marked by ideological conflict between capitalism and communism. Key events included the Berlin Blockade, Korean War, Cuban Missile Crisis, and Vietnam War, alongside the Space and Arms Races. The Cold War ended with the collapse of the USSR in 1991, significantly shaping global alliances and political developments.

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World History – The Cold War

Introduction to the Cold War


The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet
Union from 1947 to 1991.

It was characterized by ideological conflict between capitalism and communism.

Origins of the Cold War


After World War II, the U.S. and the USSR emerged as superpowers with conflicting
ideologies.

The division of Germany and disputes over Eastern Europe fueled mistrust.

Major Events
The Berlin Blockade (1948-1949), the Korean War (1950-1953), the Cuban Missile Crisis
(1962), and the Vietnam War (1955-1975) were significant events of the Cold War.

The Space Race and Arms Race intensified the rivalry.

End of the Cold War


Economic problems in the Soviet Union, reforms by Mikhail Gorbachev, and democratic
movements in Eastern Europe led to the collapse of the USSR in 1991.

Impact and Legacy


The Cold War shaped global alliances such as NATO and the Warsaw Pact.

It influenced political, economic, and military developments worldwide.

Summary
The Cold War was not fought directly on the battlefield between the superpowers but had
profound effects on global politics for decades.

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