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Well, it was because the Soviet Union and United States were the two superpowers of the world, and thus competing for superiority. It lasted so long because the Soviet Union lasted so long. During the 1980s, it started breaking apart and by the early 1990s it had broken up, ending the Cold War.
They also termed it the "Cold War" because of a potential nuclear war between the two that would destroy each other altogether, but they never directly fought. It was not only about that, either. It was fighting for dominance over technology and weapons and such. They did have proxy wars , though. As in, they would take separate sides in a war and proceed to help that side.
What else can I help you with?
How long did the Battle of Oak Grove last?
This battle lasted for one day. It began at about 8:30 am and lasted until dark.
How long did the battle of Ft McHenryLast?
The attack began on September 13 1814. It lasted for the whole day.
How long did the cold war lasted?
The Cold War lasted from September 2. 1945 to December 26, 1991( 46 years).
When did the cold war happen and how long did it last?
it happend 40 tears ago and lasted for 34 days
What were the effects of the cold harbor battle?
A reluctance by Grant to put on any more big attacks, and to settle for a siege, however long it lasted. (And it lasted nine months.)
Why has Christianity lasted so long?
well, there are other religions that have lasted longer. just saying. but it is a religion. some one somwhere will always believe in God and believe that Jesus died for us. it has lasted for many many many years, and will last for many many many more years to come.
How long was the Montgomery boycott?
It lasted for 381 days. The boycott began on the afternoon of Thursday December 5th 1955 and ended on 20th December 1956.
In which year did the World War 2 begin how long did it last?
The World War 2 began in 1939 and lasted 6 years, till 1945,
How long did the war lasted with irac?
it lasted about 50 or 90 years that's how long the Iraq war lasted
Was President Nixon right for pulling out of the Vietnam war?
If he hadn't, we'd still be fighting there, or at least as long as the cold war lasted (until 1990).
Stalemate cold war term?
No, stalemate is a chess term, meaning an end with no winner. As long as the Cold War lasted and both sides were still able to one-up each other, it was not a stalemate.
For how long was the new stone age?
The New Stone Age began roughly 10,000 years ago to about 5,000 years ago. So, it lasted about 5,000 years.
