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The Global War, 1955–1963
to the brink of Nuclear War: international relations, c1945–: The Global War, 1955–1963
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AqaA LevelHistory2R The Cold War, c1945–1991
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The Global War, 1955–19634 objectives
- Khrushchev and East-West relations: impact of risings in Poland and Hungary and Soviet intervention; the degree of 'peaceful coexistence', including exchange of visits and Paris summit.
- Cold War rivalries: the extension of the arms race including ICBMs; the space race; sputnik and space flight; the Berlin Crisis and the U2 affair; the significance and impact of the Berlin Wall.
- Conflict in Asia: Indo-China under Ho Chi-Minh in the North and Diem in the South; formation of NLF; Kennedy's policies towards Indo-China and Diem's assassination.
- Confrontation between the superpowers: US attitudes to Cuba and developments leading to the missile crisis; the 13 days; the significance of the crisis.
Key terms
Hungarian UprisingPeaceful CoexistenceU-2 IncidentBerlin WallNLF (National Front for the Liberation of South Vietnam)Strategic Hamlet ProgramDetenteContainment
Exam tips
- Use specific examples: When discussing policies like 'peaceful coexistence', always back your points with specific historical examples.
- Use Specific Examples: When answering questions about the Cold War, always include specific events or developments to support your arguments.
Common mistakes
- Overgeneralizing Soviet responses: It's important to analyze each event's context, as responses varied based on the specific circumstances and political climate.
- Confusing the Space Race with the Arms Race: Clarify that while both races were part of the Cold War, the space race focused on technological achievements in space exploration, while the arms race centered on the development of nuclear weapons.
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