Cold War led to ideological conflict between superpowers from "summary" of A Short History of the World . by H. G. Wells
The Cold War was a time of tension and rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union that lasted for much of the second half of the 20th century. This conflict was not just about military power or territory, but also about ideology. The two superpowers had very different beliefs about how society should be organized and how people should live their lives.
The United States was a capitalist country, where individuals were free to own property and pursue their own economic interests. The government played a limited role in the economy, and there were competitive elections to choose political leaders. This system was based on the idea of freedom and individual rights.
On the other hand, the Soviet Union was a communist country, where the government owned all property and controlled the economy. There were no competitive elections, and the Communist Party held all the power. This system was based on the idea of equality and collective ownership.
These contrasting ideologies le...
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