Cold war and vietnam war

What is the cold war?

The Cold War was a period of tension between the United States (USA) and the Soviet Union (USSR) after World War II.

When did the cold war start?

1947

When did the cold war end?

1991

What are some causes of the cold war?

Both countries wanted to become the most powerful country, they did not trust each other and they had different political and economical beliefs

What is capitalism?

An economic system where businesses are privately owned and people can make money by selling goods and services.

What is communism

An economic system where the government or community controls major industries and resources, aiming for a society with no social classes.

Why were nuclear weapons a big part of the cold war?

Both countries feared the other would launch a nuclear attack and it created an arms race which both sides competed to build more powerful weapons

What is Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam war?

Australia supported South Vietnam against communist North Vietnam.

What is the domino theory?

The Domino Theory was the belief that if one country became communist, nearby countries might also become communist, like falling dominoes.

What were the anti-war protests?

Anti-war protests were protests by people who disagreed with Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War.