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NATO was formed in 1949 which brought many countries together. Such as The US and multiple West European countries. The main reason for this was for protection against "Soviet aggression."

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During the Cold War India took a "posture" of nonalignment which basically meant India mainly stayed to themselves. Other regions tried to use their "super powers" during this time. While other regions did this India gained support from the Soviet Union playing a huge role in the Cold War.

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However in 1955 the Warsaw Pact was formed joining the Soviets and Eastern Europe. The Warsaw Pact was for communism basically trying to contradict NATO. The Warsaw Pact was important to the tension of the Cold War and was supported by those who supported communism.

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The Soviet Union + Communism (Mid 1950's)

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The Soviet Union + Communism (Mid 1950's)

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The Soviet Union had a big influence on other countries supporting and forming a communist region. The Soviets provided support to anyone who agreed to the support of communism or who they saw as a potential allie. They were able to create communist government in Eastern Europe which causes fear throughout anti-communist countries.

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In 1960 the Soviets broke their promise with China which would provide China with a prototype of an atomic bomb. Soon in the late 1960's China came up with some type of nuclear weapon. Since China became stronger and more advanced it led to tensions between other regions such as the Soviets, Vietnam, etc.

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The Cuban Missile Crisis                         (North America) (1962)

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The Cuban Missile Crisis                         (North America) (1962)

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The Cuban Missile Crisis was one of the most dangerous events that had happened in the Cold War.  The missile crisis involved the Soviets and America. Where nuclear weapons were dropped on Cuba, everyone lived and fear, and in the shadows of these weapons.

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Communism Continues                  (1970)

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Communism Continues                  (1970)

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During the 1970's communism was still not eliminated it remained a "powerful global pretense". Communism continued to triumph in multiple countries such as Cuba, Vietnam, etc. Benefits came out of the continuation of communism such as education and healthcare. This became a setback for the US considering they are anti-communism.

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The Powerful US!                              (1970)

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The Powerful US!                              (1970)

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In the 1970's the US was seen to have an immaculate number of soldiers (1,000,000 in 30 countries), an immense # of alliances, furnishing aid to other nations, etc. They had a flourishing economy and a very successful middle class society. The US was said to be one of the most industrialized country to escape (physical devastation).

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Vietnams goal was to unite everyone in a communist form. This called the Americans to get involved negatively, with a goal of a communist victory. However, Vietnam were supported by the Soviets and China... which resulted in a success in Vietnam and a loss to the Americans. Vietnam soon united together united Communist Control.

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Military Issues in Afghanistan  (1978-1989)

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Military Issues in Afghanistan  (1978-1989)

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Afghanistan began facing military issues when the USSR took power in 1978. They wanted to create an extension of communism which the soviets approved of. However, this sense of communism throughout led to a mounting opposition movement.