Context of the Cold War and Contemporary Europe
Hannah Hill
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#European History: Post-WWII & The Cold War - Night Before Review 🚀
Hey there! Let's get you prepped and confident for your exam. This guide is designed to be your ultimate resource for a quick, high-impact review. We'll focus on key concepts, strategic insights, and memory aids to ensure you're ready to ace it!
#1. The Aftermath of WWII: A World in Transition
- Devastation & Reshaping: *
Key Concept
WWII left Europe and much of the world in ruins – economically, politically, and socially.
Quick Fact
Billions were spent on the war effort, leaving governments struggling to rebuild.
- Emergence of Superpowers: *
Key Concept
The United States and the Soviet Union emerged as the two dominant global superpowers.
- Ideological Divide: *
Key Concept
The world became increasingly polarized between capitalist and communist ideologies.
* *Caption: The US and USSR, former allies, became ideological rivals after...
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