Cold War and Post-WWII Era

A conflict (1947–1991) between the U.S. and Soviet Union, caused by distrust and included spies, allies, propaganda and proxy wars.

An economic system used by the U.S. that includes private ownership and free enterprise - usually combines with democracy and freedom

A political and economic system used by the USSR that includes state control of resources, no private property, and little to no personal freedom.

U.S. intelligence agency responsible for foreign espionage (spies) and covert (secret) operations.

U.S. policy to stop the spread of communism through diplomacy, alliances, and military force.

U.S. policy pledging military and economic aid to Middle Eastern nations resisting communism. (Example: CIA overthrows government in Iran in 1953)

The symbolic, invisible line (not a real wall or curtain) that physically divided communist Eastern Europe and capitalist Western Europe.

Soviet Union’s secret police and intelligence agency.

U.S. plan giving $13 billion to rebuild Western Europe after WWII. Designed to contain communism and give US future trade partners.

A military alliance between Western nations formed to counter Soviet influence.