Controlling the Tide: Understanding the Cold War’s Containment Strategy
Words: 445 1944In the annals of 20th-century history, the Cold War era stands out as a time of intense geopolitical rivalry, primarily between the United States and the Soviet Union. At the heart of the U.S. strategy to counter Soviet expansionism was the containment policy. This essay aims to dissect the nuances of this policy, exploring its foundation, execution, and the lasting effects on global politics. Foundation of Containment The genesis of the containment policy can be traced back to the immediate […]