Long Telegram

The Long Telegram was a detailed diplomatic message sent by American diplomat George Kennan from Moscow in 1946. It analyzed the geopolitical situation of the Soviet Union, explaining its motives and behavior. Kennan argued that the Soviets were driven by fear and expansionist ideas, and that their government was unlikely to change. He recommended a policy of firm containment to prevent the spread of communism. This telegram heavily influenced U.S. Cold War strategy, shaping how America responded to Soviet actions during that era.