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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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How did the cold war effect th space race?

The Cold War fueled competition between the United States and the Soviet Union in the Space Race, as both countries sought to demonstrate their technological superiority and military strength through achievements in space exploration. The rivalry led to significant advancements in space technology and exploration as both nations raced to achieve milestones such as sending the first human to space and landing on the moon.

Why was the arms race dangerous?

The arms race was dangerous because neither the Soviet Union or the U.S could protect its people from a nuclear attack.

Why did churchhill impose the iron curtain?

He did not, Stalin did. Churchill just named it.

Surprisingly, it wasn't Churchill who came up with the name - it was the Nazi minister of propaganda, Joseph Goebbels.

An evil man, Goebbels, but not all evil men are stupid. A saying of his is still the motto of all propagandists - "it doesn't matter what is true, only what is believed."

What alliance was formed in 1949 by the United states western European nations and other countries to help defend each other in case of attack?

In order to meet the common threat represented by the Soviet Union, the Western powers created the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in 1949.

How did the Cold War affect the us politically?

many people in Russia grew afraid of the belif that they were going to be attacked by the us causing Great stress between both countries

How does a cold affect your lungs?

A cold primarily affects the upper respiratory tract but can also impact the lungs. The inflammation and mucus production associated with a cold can lead to symptoms like coughing and wheezing, as the airways become irritated. In some cases, especially in individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions, a cold can exacerbate issues like asthma or bronchitis, making breathing more difficult. Overall, while the lungs may not be the primary target, they can still be affected by the body's response to the viral infection.

Why was cold war-called the cold war?

Acts of aggression were subtle, not overt. Instead of direct military attacks countries sought to undermine each other through various means. The US supplied weapons to the Taliban during the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, for example. The communists supported Fidel Castro. There was only rarely any direct military action, such as when the Soviets shot down a passenger plane, or captured one of our U2 flights.

What did USSR do in 1948 which was aggressive and what actions did us take in response?

The Soviets/Russians closed off West Berlin, located in East Germany, to land vehicles (cars, trucks and railroads) from West Germany. The Russians closed off West Berlin to try and show how strong and powerful they were. The USA response was to fly airplanes around the clock, non stop, into West Berlin and it was called the Berlin Airlift. It lasted for several months, a few planes crashed, due to accidents, (none were fired upon by the Communists), and some aircrews died or were badly injured. After seeing that the airlift made the land blockade a failure, the Soviets/Russians gave up and opened up West Berlin to land traffic.

Which state was not a buffer zone between the North and the South?

Which state was not a buffer zones between the North and the South

What were curtain stretchers?

a curtain stretcher is a wooden frame with nails protruding along the frame. when you wash the curtains, you take the edges of the curtains and attach to the frame until they are dry.

Is an AK-47 fully automatic or semi automatic?

The actual AK-47 and AKM are selective fire rifles, with both semi-automatic and full auto capabilities. There are several semi-auto clones of the AK series rifles manufactured for the civil market, paramilitary forces not authorised fully automatic weaponry, etc., but the only purpose built, semi-automatic true AK was the Romanian G model.

Hard to start after sitting cold?

Starting a cold engine can be challenging due to various factors such as thickened oil, lower battery efficiency, and fuel delivery issues. Cold temperatures can cause oil to become viscous, making it harder for the engine components to move smoothly. Additionally, the battery may not provide optimal power, and fuel may not vaporize as efficiently, making ignition difficult. Regular maintenance and ensuring the vehicle is in good condition can help mitigate these issues.

How did the containment policy lead to the cold war?

because the cold war influence many different countries to interfere with the wars

What countries were involved in the U-2 Incident?

There were quite a lot of U-2 incidents, but the one generally called "The U-2 Incident" occurred in the final year of the Eisenhower administration. After repeated accusations from the Soviet Union that American spy planes were invading their space, and America's repeated denials, the Russians shot down a U-2 flown by Francis Gary Powers deep inside Russia. The resulting publicity caused the two countries to cancel an important series of arms reduction talks.

What is in spetsnaz training?

  • Spetsnaz Psychological training. Concentration, emotions controlling.
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  • Spetsnaz Knife fighting.
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  • Studying Russian Spetsnaz Martial Art "Systema" of A. A. Kadochnikov.
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  • Spetsnaz Psychological training. Lie detection principles: skin temperature, color, moving, breathing, eyes, smile, speech analyzing, voice ton, pausing…
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  • Firearms techniques at Spetsnaz training Base, including Russian pistols, rifles, and machine guns. Russian Tanks and small military vehicles driving.