Presents, through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes, a brief history of the Cold War and then examines causes and effects of events within the context of the war.

Important events of the Cold War -- Rising tensions with Russia -- A brief history of the Cold War -- How did Stalin's postwar strategy lead to the start of the Cold War? -- What effect did the McCarthy Hearings have on Cold War policies? -- How did the Cuban Missile Crisis affect US and Soviet Cold War strategies? -- Did the American military buildup in the 1980s help end the Cold War?.