Cold War developments

The Cold War was a tense rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union after World War II, lasting from roughly 1947 to 1991. It involved competing political ideologies—capitalism versus communism—and a race for global influence. Instead of direct conflict, they engaged in proxy wars, arms races, espionage, and ideological battles. Key events included the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War, and the Space Race. The Cold War ended with the Soviet Union's collapse, leading to a shift towards globalization and increased cooperation between former enemies.