For a few years after World War 2, the Americans had nuclear weapons, and the Soviets did not. It was agreed before the war ended that the Soviets would administer Eastern Europe, and it was hoped that these countries would be given their freedom, but the Soviet acquirement of the nuclear secret changed everything.
western and communist countries formed rival military alliances (Novanet)
Not true. The expansion will have one more term.
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The chief goal of the Vienna decision makers was to create a lasting peace by establishing a balance of power and protecting the system of monarchy and to contain French ambition of expansion.
Truman Doctrine
Yes. Americans.
the marshall plan built good will toward the united states that helped contain the expansion of communism
border patrols
border patrols
Maintain the lead in military technology and contain communism (stop communist expansion).
Network Interface Cards
western and communist countries formed rival military alliances (Novanet)