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The start of the Cold War
The Cold War started in 1947. It wasn't an ordinary war, it was more of a political battle. -
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Cold War Timeline
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The Berlin Blockade
It was the turning point in post WW2. But, this was the start of the Cold War because of the Soviets and communism. -
Korean War
This was when North Korea attacked South Korea. This is also when the tension between the U.S and the Soviets were at it's peak. -
The Space Race
The space was one of the most significant events in Cold War. This is when the U.S and Soviets were competing to see who could get to space first. -
The U-2 Reconnaissance Plane
In this event, the U.S sent a spy plane to see what the Soviets were doing. However, the plane was spotted and it was shot down. -
Bay of pigs
The U.S tried to invade Cuba and failed. This was a real embarassment to the U.S and they were humiliated. -
Reagan visits the Wall
The president Ronald Reagan visited the Berlin Wall. This was a sign of respect to West Berlin. -
Cuban Missle Crisis
The was the closest part of the U.S and Soviets actually fighting. In fact, it included nuclear warfare. -
Soviets invade Afghan
This is when The U.S and the Soviets were on two different sides and it was time for the olympics. The U.S boycotted the 1980 summer olympics because of this. -
Reunited Germany
This event was when East and West Germany reunited with eachother. This was because East Germany were no longer communists.
