Origins of the Cold War!! Chapter 18
Question What was the relationship between the United States and the Soviet Union like during World War II? Allies
But then….
The Epic Fight: The Cold War VS
Clash of Interests United States and Soviet Union have an era of confrontation 1946-1991 VS
Tensions Start to Build Communism Capitalism
Soviet Union: Communism Government: Totalitarian w/ no opposing parties Economy: Government controls the economy & all property Main goal is to have every citizen in the same economical status In what ways can the government control the economy?
They can own everything!!!
United States: Capitalism Government President & Congress elected from competing parties Economy For the most part, individuals are in control of the economy Rich and the poor are determined by work ethic In what ways can an individual be in control of the economy?
By opening your own store!
Soviets Did Not Agree with America Brain Buster!!! What country do you believe the Soviet Union was most concerned about in Europe and why? Soviets Did Not Agree with America Very concerned about their security Wanted the countries between Germany and the Soviet Union under communist control Felt the Depression caused WWII Wanted repair Europe's economy
Germany! Soviets wanted to keep it weak to persuade communist take over Americans wanted to keep it economically strong to prevent communism…..
Let the fight begin!!!! VS
Soviet Union security Concerns Wanted to keep Germany weak Wanted the countries between Germany and the Soviet Union under Soviet Control Soviet leaders were Communist Wanted to spread to other nations Felt Capitalist countries would try to destroy communism