History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Cold War Timeline: 1945 1991
An extensive timeline examining the causes and events of the Cold War. It is preceded by several paragraphs discussing the shifting relations between the United States and Russia in the lead-up to the Cold War. The timeline begins in...
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Jfk Presidential Library and Museum: The Cold War
This site discusses the United States' struggle to halt the spread of Communism at the height of the Cold War.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Wwii and the Cold War
This collection of videos, lessons, primary sources and slideshows will compliment studies about how the United States became involved in World War II. Follow the course of the war and the development of the war against Communism.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Us History: The Cold War
AP U.S. History unit on post-World War II and the Cold War. Comprehensive multi-media lessons, activities and assessment.
PBS
Pbs: Wwii Behind Closed Doors: Prelude to Cold War
This article discusses the uneasy alliance maintained by Joseph Stalin, Winston Churchill, and Franklin D. Roosevelt during World War II and the implications of this alliance on the development of the Cold War.
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Facts About Germany: The Cold War
German authors provide an article about the Soviet Union's influence in Germany during the Cold War.
Other
National Cold War Exhibition: Which Countries Were Involved?
Resource examines the role of various countries during the Cold War. Click on the flags to see the information about the specific countries.
A&E Television
History.com: Was There Really a "Red Telephone" Hotline During the Cold War?
During the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union established a direct communications link to allow their leaders to contact one another in the event of a nuclear crisis or other emergency. This Washington-Moscow...
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Jfk Presidential Library and Museum: The Cold War in Berlin
Article explores the division of Germany and Berlin into two zones, East and West, and delves into President Kennedy's relationship with the Soviets during the Cold War. On June 26, 1963, President Kennedy delivered an explosive speech...
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The Origins of the Cold War, 1945 1949
In this Curriculum Unit, students will consider "The Origins of the Cold War, 1945-1949" in 3 Lessons. The unit also includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Post War Prosperity, Cold War Fears 1945 1960: Challenges of Peacetime
Examines the challenges of demobilization after World War II, how Harry Truman addressed them, and how the government responded to the needs of war veterans.
Digital History
Digital History: Origins of the Cold War
A look at the origins of the Cold War by examining primary sources. Questions to think about are included to check understanding.
Raleigh Charter High School
Mrs. Newmark's Page: The Cold War
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on the Cold War.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Cold War Events (1968 1991)
Contains interesting facts and key dates of the major Cold War events from 1968 - 1991.
The History Cat
The History Cat: World History: World War Ii
Learn about World War II history. Topics include Germany under the Nazis, appeasing Hitler, the Blitzkrieg, the bombing of London, and Berlin during the Cold War.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Cold War Events (1948 1955)
This article contains a summary and definition of the main Cold War events from 1948 - 1955.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Cold War Events (1956 1961)
Article provides a summary of interesting facts and dates of major Cold War Events covering 1956-1961.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Kennedy and the Cold War
Read about President John F. Kennedy, the Cold War, and the Cuba Missile Crisis.
BBC
Bbc: The Cold War: The Korean War: An Overview
The BBC provides a detailed 5 page overview of the Korean War that took place in the mid-1950s.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Post War Prosperity and Cold War Fears 1945 1960: The American Dream
Looks at the policies of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, both at home and abroad. Also examines changing gender roles in the 1950s, and the impact of suburbanization on America.
OpenStax
Open Stax: From Cold War to Culture Wars 1980 2000: Bill Clinton and New Economy
Page discusses the culture, economy and political atmosphere of the Bill Clinton era. Site includes questions for review and critical thinking, glossary and link to primary resources.
OpenStax
Open Stax: From Cold War to Culture Wars, 1980 2000: The Reagan Revolution
Article discusses the details and events of Ronald Reagan's presidency. Includes timeline, questions for discussion, link to information about Yuppie culture, and link to Ronald Reagan Presidential Library for access to speeches and...
OpenStax
Open Stax: Prosperity and Cold War Fears 1945 60: Popular Culture and Mass Media
Examines the impact that rock and roll music, movies and the invention of television had on America in the 1950s.
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Atom Central: The Cold War
Read how the dropping of the atomic bombs planted the seeds of hostility between the United States and the USSR.
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