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Cold War
The nuclear arms race divided the world in a struggle as costly as any another war. East vs. West, Communism vs. Democracy, the Bear vs. the Eagle; all these were major factors in the lives of millions for 4 decades.
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Which countries were known as the big three in the cold war?
US, USSR, People's [sic] Republic of China
How did the enemy citizens react in the cold war?
they react so aggressively and almost lead to destructive war
What country was controlled by Russia during the cold war?
colonial power was controlled by russia in cold war
What country was opponent of the us cold war?
The USSR or the Soviet Union. -Not the Russian although it was the same people and they came from the same place.
How do you become a really good spy?
It is unlikely that anyone on WikiAnswers would answer such a question even if they were able to do so.
The practice of spying is secret so no one who actually knows about it is going to tell you because--- well it's secret.
How did the US try to stop the arms race?
"Today the US has not even left space free and has plans to control it by keeping its nuclear weapons there," warned writer Achin Vanaik in a workshop held by Coalition for Nuclear Disarmament & Peace held at Humayun's in Delhi in the last week of November. The idea behind the Workshop was to emphasise that Human Rights are safe only in a setting of Peace.
Mr Achin Vanaik said that after the end of cold war in 1991 the US emerged as the only super power and since then it started influencing the entire world both politically as well as economically.
Talking about the new world order and arms race, Mr Vanaik said that the threat of nuclear war was more at regional level than at the international level. He opined that there was a possibility of nuclear war in the next 20 years, which would destroy everything regionally.
While highlighting the issue of ever growing US imperialism, he warned every one of its severe repercussions. He warned that the entry of transnational corporations in countries like India was an attack on their economic independence. He added that America was slowly and systematically entering into all the countries of the world and the current US warning to Iraq was nothing but another deceit being practiced by America. "Iraq does not have a single bomb, although it made an attempt in 1980. But it is surrounded by oil producing countries and here lies America's interest," he added.
He asserted that US had vested interest in the economic and natural resources of the Asian countries which was driving it close towards Iraq, Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, etc. He further said that the US could not enter Asia till Sept 11,2001 attack on WTC, but the attack has easily solved its problem now.
It was also revealed that since dollar is used as an international currency, corrupt American policy is influencing the global economy. Citing examples of tension between India and Pakistan, he said that US was no one's friend, it was just interested in exploiting human and natural resources of the third world countries.
Also present at the occasion was Mr Qamar Agha who spoke about US hegemony not only in the Indian sub-continent but also in the entire West Asia. In this connection, he mentioned the rule of Khomeini in the 1980's and the spread of anti American sentiments in the region. He highlighted the fact that America is trying to threaten those governments, which do not function according to its inclinations. "Iran is important for US because it has abundant resources. As for US war against Iraq, it is nothing but an attempt to show its supremacy over the Central Asian region," elucidated Mr Qamar Agha.
Mr Balraj Puri raised the Kashmir issue as a potential spot of threat to peace and urged both the Indian and Pakistani government to stop innocent killings. "Don't kill those who are not involved in militancy or other violent activities," he added.
He said that Kashmir issue was not only sensitive but also complicated and hence he stressed on the need of dealing these issues one by one. At this he said, "Break the topic of cross border terrorism into smaller issues and try to solve them." When asked for a solution of Kashmir problem Mr Puri said, "The best way to deal with Kashmir problem is to have an internal dialogue amongst Kashmiri Pundits, Muslims, and the Buddhists." He emphasised re-building the lost identity of all the Kashmiris, he said, "People want recognition of their identity and dignity."
Activists, Md. Amin and Dr. Amit highlighted the problems of Kashmiri youth. While Mr Amin condemned the present Central government and its tactics of using Kashmir issue to win elections in U.P or Gujarat, Dr. Amit demanded freedom for Kashmiri boys and girls.
Mr Amin said that when BJP released terrorists in the valley nothing happened but today when the Mufti government released those who were already bailed, the Central government made hue and cry. Showing deep concern for those charged under one case, released by the court, only to be arrested by some other department, Mr Amin said that Kashmiri youth are sick of this kind of game. "The media has made the mind-set of a common person that all Kashmiris are terrorists," he fretted.
Dr. Amit highlighted the psychological effects of the on going violence there, and said, "Normal outing for a person to remain healthy is necessary but in Kashmir youths can't go out after 10'o clock at night."
"The police are interfering too much in the private life of youngsters so much so that couples have to carry their Nikahnaamaa or marriage certificate as a proof as to why they are hanging out together," he added. He further added that there were not many places where young boys and girl friends could meet with each other, resulting in the slowing down of the process of normal socialisation. He pointed out health problems like stress disorders, trauma, and distress amongst youngsters due to non- interaction with their peer groups. Dr. Amit also raised the issue of brain drain; he said that the educated elite class is moving out of the State and that no one is bothered about the future of younger generation.
Both of them agreed that killings were from both the sides but now the region need a healing touch. "Everyone has to work together on the process of promoting peace," they emphasised.I lived there 5 years and was cold all 5. It snows and has cold rain. The coldest months are Jan, Feb, and March. I lived as the German did and my butter froze on the kitchen table. Only one room is heated with an oil stove. If going to Europe this fall and staying through the Winter go south towards Spain, Italy for the winter months and go north when the spring thaw comes. Oct. is wonderful in Europe. Good weather, no crowds, trees in fall foliage.
Which of the following countries became a battleground for the cold war in Africa?
The question is incomplete.
No options (for which of the following) are given to answer the question.
What does the idiom 'cold war' mean?
It is fought by proxy.
There was no open combat between the United States and the Soviet Union, but there was amongst satellite nations on both sides (Korea, Vietnam). It was a "war" of cloak and daggers, intelligence, and deceit. Neither side could engage in open war with the other, because it would destroy them both. Instead it was fought in the diplomatic chambers, and by other nations that supported one side's cause or the other.
What was the general belief of American concerning the cold war during the 1950s?
americans were afraid of a possible nuclear attack.......apex :)
Was the concept of Internet developed from the cold war crisis?
i'm not sure,I don't know much about the cold war, but the greeks had an ancient version of the internet where they sent birds to different places with messages. And no, this wasn't like post offices.
Sorry that's the best I got.
Which was was part of the period of detente?
A kind of Detente started after the Cuban Missile Crisis (1962), when a telephone hot line was established between Kremlin in Moscow and the White House in Washington. In 1963 a treaty was signed by both the Soviet Union and the USA which banned further nuclear weapon testing.
In 1972, the two superpowers signed SALT 1, which limited their nuclear arsenals. There could have been a real SALT2 but the USA refused to sign it up because the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan. In 1980 a new period of Cold War started the two boycotted Olympics, developin the Pershing missiles, laser weapons by the USA).From 1985, when Gorbachev came to power in the Soviet Union, a detente started again.
United Nations.
What year did the US enter the race to get into space?
President Kennedy entered the US into the space race in 1961.
What was the region was the cold fought in?
The cold war was not fought in any single location
BUTThe German city of Berlin with the "Berlin wall" and The Cuban missile crises are examples of hot spots.You should WIKI both
What two events signalled the end of the cold war?
The tearing down of the wall that separated East and West Europe, and the change from the Soviet Union back to Russia.
How did the cold war impact on India?
The Bangladeshi Liberation War is considered a "part" of the Cold War because the Soviets were backing India and the Americans were backing Pakistan at the time the two countries were at war. Following India's victory over Pakistan (again) the Americans began to turn a shoulder away from India. The Soviet Union and India were close allies up until the USSR collapsed. USA Secretary of State Henry Kissinger saw this and called all Indians "bastards" and in turn advised the US sever ties with India, which would only hurt the US. The US also saw spheres of influence from the communist regime of the USSR affecting Socialist India. Because of the instability facing Pakistan's government the US would eventually turn back to gaining India's affection because of the democratic changes India made in the 1990s (presumably the "end" of the Cold War)
