The Cold War marked a pivotal period of global tension between the United States and Soviet Union, fundamentally reshaping international relations through ideological conflicts and technological advancement.
- Cold War tensions between US and Soviet Union emerged following their World War II alliance, driven by ideological differences and power struggles
- The impact of communism after Russian revolution transformed Russia into the Soviet Union under Lenin's leadership, establishing an authoritarian communist system
- Key developments included military alliances (NATO and Warsaw Pact), nuclear arms race, and proxy wars across the globe
- Space Race milestones during the Cold War showcased technological competition, from Sputnik to the Moon landing
- The conflict concluded with the USSR's collapse in 1991, leading to American global dominance