The Cold War was a battle that had been lasting between the Capitalism and the Communism worlds during the 1950s and the 1960s. The countries involved in it included the Soviet Union and the United States. The causes of the Cold War were political conflicts, military tensions, and competition in economic wellbeing. The Cold War was a way of expressing the misunderstanding that emanated among nations. The war was held though through the creation of military coalitions, broad aiding of the disadvantaged, and deployment of strategic conventional forces, propaganda, and engagement in the arms race.
The success achieved after the Cold War
The United States was one of the countries that took part in the Cold War; it also involved itself in Space Race. This involvement in the expansion of outer space contributed immensely to the technological advancement of the United States. For instance, in order for the USA to explore outer space, its scientists and researchers came up with artificial satellites that enhanced immensely the provision of eminent security in the country. The United States also focused much on the development of eminent security to counter any attack that might have threatened the national security of the state.
In order for the United States to achieve its goals in some regions, it assisted the overwhelmed nations in Europe economically. Due to involving itself in fighting against hunger, fears, poverty, and disarrays, the United States managed to improve greatly the working economy of the world through the provision of good political and social conditions allowing the existence of free institutions. America’s Cold War policy assisted in the economic expansion of Japan and later expounded its support to other industrializing countries in Asia.
The formation of alliances among the nations involved in the Cold War contributed to the economic development of many regions. This was because it brought nations that shared common interests together leading to the creation of a free market among them. In addition, states that were economic oriented succeeded immensely in uplifting the developing countries.
The Soviet Union was one of the superpowers that were greatly dreaded by many nations, its defeat by the United States was a sign of US success. This was because, at the end of the war, the United States had the power of involving itself freely in a trade that economically geared its growth.
Losses incurred due to the Cold War
In its provision of economic support, the United States ended up becoming more concerned with safeguarding its interest leading to the development of gaps between it and its allies, including Japan. This is because the United States found itself focusing much on assisting its allies at the cost of its economy. Some of the countries, such as Japan, relied immensely on security support from the United States. The absence of US support to its allies led to its decline in the rate of expansion.
Despite the preached success of the United States in the Cold War, many lives were lost. For instance, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Korea lost millions of lives of their citizens due to involvement in proxy wars. This was because the Cold War triggered war among the nations involved in disagreements.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Cold War played a big role in catalyzing the Korean War, during which many lives were lost. On the other hand, it influenced the economical growth of many nations; many allies involved in the Cold War shared greatly in terms of economic infrastructures, resulting in the advancement of their economic status.