Period 18: 1980 s-2000 (1 jan 1980 ano – 1 jan 2023 ano)

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Enduring Understanding: Developing technological advancements prompted easier access to information, changes in the economy, and a redefining of political activism.

The Cold War impacted US foreign policy because it helped encourage the United States to intervene in other countries to further stop the spread of communism. First, the Cold War made the United States more willing to economically help countries in the Middle East and Asia threatened by communism. Examples of this were the Truman Doctrine, Eisenhower Doctrine, and the Marshall Plan. Secondly, the United States also aimed to stop the spread of communism by intervening in countries' problems and affairs. More examples of this included the Vietnam War and the 6 Day War between Israel and Egypt. Lastly, the Cold War made the United States more cautious about nuclear weapons and chemical weapons.

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