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US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: Peace Becomes Cold War, 1945 1950

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of historical events that led to the Cold War from the perspective of the U.S. Army. Particular emphasis is placed on military leadership and policy.
Primary
US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: The Army and the New Look

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information on the following topics: Massive Retaliation and the New Look, "The NATO Build-up," "Continental Defense," "The Missile Era," "Challenges and Responses," "The Military Budget," "Defense Reorganization," "The Dual...
Article
US Department of State

Us Department of State: u.s. Relations With Iceland

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief summary of relations between the United States and Iceland which voted with the United States on virtually all major UN, NATO, and environmental issues. This site outlines the relations that exist between Iceland and the U.S. in...
Website
Digital History

Digital History: Origins of the Cold War

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the origins of the Cold War by examining primary sources. Questions to think about are included to check understanding.
eBook
OpenStax

Open Stax: Post War Prosperity and Cold War Fears 1945 1960: The Cold War

For Students 11th - 12th
Examines the causes of the Cold War, America's efforts to oppose the spread of Communism, and the hunt for Communist sympathizers within the United States.
Article
Country Studies US

Country Studies: End to the Cold War

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses how US-Soviet relations took a dramatic turn for the better in 1990. Agreements and concessions made by both sides would eventually bring about the end to the Cold War.