APUSH Unit 9

Origins of the Cold War

Ideological differences between capitalism and democracy versus communism and totalitarianism.

Truman Doctrine

Pledged U.S. support to nations resisting communist expansion, particularly Greece and Turkey.

Marshall Plan

Provided economic aid to rebuild Western European economies and prevent the spread of communism.

NATO

A military alliance formed in 1949 among North American and European powers to counter Soviet aggression.

Berlin Blockade (1948-1949)

The Soviet Union blocked access to West Berlin, leading to the Berlin Airlift.

Korean War

Conflict initiated by North Korea's invasion of South Korea, resulting in U.S. intervention.

Cuban Missile Crisis

A confrontation between the U.S. and the Soviet Union over Soviet nuclear missiles in Cuba.

Civil Rights Act of 1964

Outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Voting Rights Act of 1965

Eliminated discriminatory voting practices and authorized federal oversight of voter registration.

War on Poverty

Initiative aimed at reducing poverty and creating a more equitable society through government programs.

Medicare and Medicaid (1965)

Medicare provided health insurance for the elderly; Medicaid assisted low-income individuals.

Counterculture Movement

Movement that rejected mainstream values, advocating for peace, love, and individual freedom.

Feminist Goals

Advocated for gender equality in various sectors, challenging traditional gender roles.

Détente

A period of relaxed tensions and improved relations between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

Watergate Scandal

Political scandal that led to President Nixon's resignation due to a cover-up of a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters.

Stagflation

Economic condition characterized by high inflation and high unemployment.