Cold War Dbq

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The Cold War, an indefinitely long period (from 1945 to 1991), was eminent for its ongoing political rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union and being the closest we’ve ever been to nuclear war. It had a profound global impact, forming important alliances, promoting free markets, and containing Communism, while also sparking regional conflicts. In the end, it resulted in a divided world between many regions.

Despite their differences, both regions had their fair share of similarities, such as how they chose to make alliances, proxy wars, and the increase in nuclear weapons. They both showed similar strategies for maintaining their power and beliefs. One of their main differences would be their economic systems, the US representing