Friday April 5th, 2013.

The Cold War 1945-1990!

Definition of Cold war- a political, strategic and ideological struggle between the US and the Soviet Union.

Spread throughout the world-Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

US vs. Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

  • Bolshevik Revolution-(communist)
  • Comintern- short of communist revolution.
  • US Red Scare-stopped immigration.

Communism vs. Democracy.

Socialism vs. Capitalism.

Democracy- where power is given mostly to the people. people are given freedom.

Communism- government ran by the government-government has all the power (China, North Korea, Cuba, Vietnam, Laos.

Socialism- government controls businesses. people don't have a say in the businesses.

Capitalism- people own business. government doesn't control the businesses.

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