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What were the major factors that led to the development and escalation of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union after World War II?

Answer 1

Angela Turner

The major factors included ideological differences between capitalism and communism, mutual distrust, the power vacuum in Europe post-WWII, nuclear arms race, and conflicting interests in global influence. Key events like the Truman Doctrine, Marshall Plan, Berlin Blockade, and NATO vs. Warsaw Pact further escalated tensions.