Cold War

20th Century History

Cold War Guide picks

At the end of World War II, a rivalry began between the United States and the Soviet Union called the Cold War. Learn more about the Cold War through these resources.
Overviews Not sure what the Cold War was about? These overviews should help explain the basics of this long rivalry. Quizzes Test your knowledge with these challenging Cold War quizzes. Additional Resources Articles, documents, graphics, listservs, journals, and more.