Post WWII/Cold War

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NATO

North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a military alliance formed in 1949 for mutual defense against the Soviet Union.

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Second Red Scare & McCarthyism

Period of intense fear of communism in the US during the late 1940s and 1950s, characterized by Senator McCarthy's aggressive accusations and investigations.

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Cold War Characteristics

Ideological conflict between the US and USSR, marked by nuclear arms race, espionage, proxy wars, and political tension.

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Korean War

Conflict between North Korea (with Chinese and Soviet support) and South Korea (with UN and US support) from 1950-1953, ending in a stalemate.

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Containment

US policy aimed at preventing the spread of communism.

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Baby Boom

Post-WWII increase in birth rates from 1946 to 1964.

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Space Race

Competition between the US and USSR to achieve significant milestones in space exploration.