Conflict And Tension 1945-1972 Flashcards
1
Q
Why was it the Cold War?
A
It was a war of ideology rather than conventional war(direct fighting)
2
Q
Why was it tense between the USA and the USSR?
A
USA-capitalism
USSR-communism
3
Q
When was the Berlin blockade?
A
1948-1949
4
Q
When was the Korean War?
A
1950-1953
5
Q
When was the Cuban missile crisis?
A
1962
6
Q
Capitalist system
A
-democratic values
-private ownership
7
Q
Communist system
A
-state ownership
-restrictions on political system
8
Q
How did the powers try and spread their influence?
A
Proxy wars
9
Q
Proxy wars
A
Support different sides in conflict around the globe
