Superpower Relations & the Cold War

• Things to know before starting the Cold War

  • The Cold War happened after the end of WW2
  • The Cold War was between the East (USSR) and the West (USA)
  • The Cold War took place between 1941-1991
  • Initially, USSR, USA and UK were an alliance called 'The Grand Alliance'
  • A 'Cold War' means no direct gunfire or fighting, but a massive rivalry and opposition with tension that builds