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American History

Why Did America Enter the Korean War?

May 21, 2023

The Korean War deepened the fear of communism in the United States. However, the invasion of Korea by General MacArthur was brilliant, and even scared China into joining the war. […]

Image shows hammer and sickle on red background - it's the symbol of Communism.
American History

Anti-communist Fears in America

May 20, 2023

The fear that communism and communist espionage had undermined American security was heightened with the changes in the world in late 1940s. […]

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American History

America’s Position Post World War II

May 20, 2023

The creation of NATO and its American leadership solidified America’s position in the world as a leader. Its race to test nuclear weapons also became a decisive factor. […]

Figurines of armed soldiers placed on the map of Europe.
American History

How the Second World War Reshaped Geopolitics

May 19, 2023

Even before the world war got over, there was tension and mistrust among the three Allied leaders. Europe got divided in two parts, with the demarcating line referred to as the ‘Iron Curtain’. […]

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American History

Atomic Bombs on Japan and the End of WWII

May 19, 2023

The development of the atom bomb was a success. But President Harry Truman was faced with a dilemma to test it. He, finally, acceded and got it dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, leading to apocalyptic destruction in Japan. […]

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