Lesson 28 of 84 · World History
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The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union and the United States that lasted from the end of World War II until the early 1990s.
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The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union and the United States that lasted from the end of World War II until the early 1990s. This era was characterized by ideological conflict, military buildups, and proxy wars, but it did not escalate into direct military confrontation between the two superpowers. Key events during this period included the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. The Cold War ended with the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, leading to a unipolar world dominated by the United States.
Key Facts
The Cold War lasted from the end of World War II until the early 1990s.
It was characterized by ideological conflict between the Soviet Union and the United States.
The Cold War ended with the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991.
Timeline
The U.S. enters World War II
World War II ends
Brown v. Board of Education: school segregation declared unconstitutional
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What was a major event during the Cold War?
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