War History | The Cold War: A Post-cold

Increased economic and military pressure on the Soviets.

Competition shifted to technological dominance and the moon landing. 3. The Collapse (1980–1991) The Cold War: A Post-Cold War History

Period of improved relations and arms control treaties (SALT). Increased economic and military pressure on the Soviets

The Cold War taught the world that soft power (culture, economics, and diplomacy) can be as effective as hard power (military force). The collapse of the USSR was driven more by economic stagnation and the desire for political freedom than by a battlefield defeat. The Cold War: A Post-Cold War History

GPS, the Internet, and satellite tech—all born from military research—now define civilian life.