Introducing More Hyperlinks - With at least 4 hyperlinks per page, there's no reason you shouldn't know about things like the Chinese Civil War or the Warsaw Pact. Each hyperlink presents a different focus on the subject matter, whether it be a timeline, summary, biography, or a document. Four hyperlinks = Double the info, double the learning.
Multitudes of Multimedia - Having trouble imagining the Cultural Revolution or SEATO? With even more pictures, and even some videos, every event/term will seem bigger and bolder.
New! Quick Cold War Trivia Game - Learn about the important figures (especially the Russians) of the Cold War in this fast, 12 questions or less game.
*Changes apply to Chinese Civil War and United Nations sections.
Purpose
The Cold War was a critical time in our nation’s history. This website was designed to further educate and immerse you about the many elements of this historical era.
Important Note: Terms/people highlighted in blue will take you to external sites that give further details on said terms/people.
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After you are finished exploring or if you simply want a very basic and funny summary of the Cold War, this video should enhance your understanding.
In this political cartoon, President Kennedy and Soviet leader Khrushchev struggle in an arm wrestling match. This signifies how close the U.S. and Russia were to bombing each other.