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The Cold War - Study guide
Welcome to our Cold War Course. In this Course we chart the development of the Cold War at the end of World War 2 to the fall of the Berlin Wall and collapse of Communism. It features exploration of all the main Cold War characters and events, including the Berlin Blockade, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam and Afgan wars and more. With study notes, slidesets, flashcards and quizzes, it's sure to boost your Cold War learning.
Modules (9)
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Beginning of the Cold War
Our Course begins at the close of World War 2. World leaders meet again to discuss how to operate in an post war environment. This study note examines the Yalta Conference, the creation of the Iron Curtain and Russia's influence in Eastern Europe.
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US & USSR Alliance Breakdown
Next we look at the key ideological differences between the US and the USSR that led to a breakdown in the relationship. This mind map gives a great overview of where the opposite sides stood on a number of fundamental issues.
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Cold War Early Developments
Relations between the US and USSR deteriorated pretty quickly. A number of events in the post war set the tone of deep division for the next 40 years. Learn more about the Berlin Blockade and Airlift, the creation of Nato and the Warsaw Pact.
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Cold War 1950's and 60's
A number of major events occurred during the 50's and 60's that held the worlds attention. The Korean War in the 1950's could be described as a proxy war. The Berlin Wall crisis and Cuban Missile Crisis saw relations hit a worrying low.
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Vietnam War 1954-1975
The Vietnam War has had a lasting impact on the American Psyche. Learn more about why the US got involved in the war, the key events, the reactions at home and the eventual impacts of the war on the people at home and abroad.
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The Viet Cong: Tactics and Support
Using a mind map we explore a little deeper the tactics and support of the Viet Cong during the Vietnam war. Get an instant feel for the approach of the Viet Cong and the reasons why they proved so difficult for the US army to handle.
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Soviet War in Afghanistan 1979-1989
This slide set examines the Soviet War in Afghanistan from 1979 to 1989 with a particular emphasis on the impact on Cold War relations between the Soviet Union and the US.
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Cold War Flashcards: Key Concepts and Events
Time to revisit all the the key events and terms relating to the Cold War with this flashcard deck. Helping you make sure you know Checkpoint Charlie from the Bay of Pigs, this engaging deck makes learning about the Cold War easier.
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Cold War 1945-1990 Quiz
Time to see if you have been paying attention! We conclude our course with a Cold War quiz that reviews all the material presented in this Course. An ideal way to check your learning progression and ensure that you know all the facts.
| Course resource | Original resource | Created by |
|---|---|---|
| Beginning of the Cold War | Beginning of the Cold War | Andrew Burke |
| US & USSR Alliance Breakdown | Cold War US and USSR ideological breakdown | Andrew Burke |
| Cold War Early Developments | Cold War Early Developments | Andrew Burke |
| Cold War 1950's and 60's | Cold War 1950's and 60's | Andrew Burke |
| Vietnam War 1954-1975 | Vietnam War Study Note | Andrew Burke |
| The Viet Cong: Tactics and Support | Vietnam War The Viet Cong: Tactics and Support | Andrew Burke |
| Soviet War in Afghanistan 1979-1989 | Soviet War in Afghanistan 1979-1989 | Andrew Burke |
| Cold War Flashcards: Key Concepts and Events | Cold War Flashcards: Key Concepts and Events | Andrew Burke |
| Cold War 1945-1990 Quiz | Cold War Quiz | Andrew Burke |