Origins of the Cold War: The Cold War began after WWII between the US and USSR due to ideological differences.
Containment of Communism: America contained communism abroad through policies like the Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan.
Marshall Plan and Berlin Airlift: Marshall Plan was US aid to rebuild Europe; Berlin Airlift was a response to the Berlin Blockade.
Fear of Communism at Home: Fear of communism at home in the US was initiated by events like the Red Scare and McCarthyism.
Korean War: The Korean War started when North Korea invaded South Korea.
China's Entry: China entered the Korean War on North Korea's side.
End of the War: The Korean War ended in an armistice, not a peace treaty.
McCarthy and Communism: McCarthy associated with the fear of communism through his anti-communist investigations.
Eisenhower and Cold War: Eisenhower continued containment policies during the Cold War, focusing on nuclear deterrence and alliances.