The Aftermath of World War II
Exploring the transformative post-World War II era, this overview delves into the Cold War's ideological battles, the Korean War's divided peninsula, America's Civil Rights Movement, the polarizing Vietnam War, and post-war Britain's journey from austerity to prosperity. It highlights key events that shaped modern international relations and domestic policies, reflecting on the legacies that continue to influence today's geopolitical landscape.
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Post-war era definition
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Post-war economic transition
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Post-war international relations
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The ______, lasting from around 1947 to 1991, involved political and military friction primarily between the ______ and the ______.
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During the Cold War, the ______ and the ______ led opposing international coalitions, namely ______ and the ______.
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The ideological battle of the era was between ______ and ______, with the constant danger of ______ looming.
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The principle of ______ acted as a deterrent against direct military engagement during the Cold War.
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The Cold War saw the superpowers engage in ______, ______, and ______ rather than outright warfare.
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The end of the Cold War was signified by the collapse of the ______ in 1989 and the eventual disbanding of the ______ in 1991.
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Initiator of the Korean War
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International involvement in the Korean War
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UN, led by USA, aided South Korea; China entered to support North Korea.
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Korean Demilitarized Zone establishment
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Korean Armistice Agreement created the DMZ around the 38th parallel in 1953.
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The ______ movement in the U.S. reached its stride in the mid-20th century, aiming for equal rights and the end of racial ______.
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civil rights segregation
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The 1954 ______ v. ______ of Education ruling was crucial, stating that separate schools for different races were illegal.
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Brown Board
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Despite facing strong opposition, activists worked tirelessly to break down the barriers of ______ racism in America.
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institutionalized
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Vietnam War duration
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1955-1975, 20 years of conflict.
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Main belligerents in Vietnam War
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North Vietnam and allies vs South Vietnam, US, and anti-communist allies.
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Outcome of Vietnam War
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The period following WWII in the UK, known as the ______, lasted from 1945 to the late 1970s.
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During the post-war consensus, the UK established the ______ in 1948 as part of the welfare state.
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The UK's economy during the post-war consensus was characterized by the ______ of major industries.
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The dismantling of the ______ occurred through decolonization during the UK's post-war consensus.
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The post-war consensus in the UK ended with the election of ______ in 1979, who promoted neoliberal economic policies.
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End date of the Cold War
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Characteristics of post-Cold War era
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Post-Cold War vs. Post-war terminology
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