Why Did the United States and the Soviet Union Turn

question 61

Essay

Why did the United States and the Soviet Union turn so quickly from being allies to being "unofficial" enemies between 1945 and 1946? Be sure to consider differences in ideologies, tensions that may have existed before World War II, geographic considerations, and other factors that contributed to this breach.

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Definitions:

Valid Contract

A legally binding agreement between parties to do or not do certain things.

Avoid Liability

Strategies or actions taken to minimize or evade legal responsibility or penalties.

Intoxicated Person

An individual under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that their mental and physical faculties are significantly impaired.

Voidable

A term used to describe a contract that is valid and enforceable, but may be legally declared void at the option of one of the parties due to certain defects.