History

The Cold War Origins, Tensions, and Thawing Relations

The Origins and Evolution of the Cold War: From WWII cooperation to post-war hostility. Explore the historical context and key events that shaped this pivotal era in a compelling analysis. Gain insights into the causes and lessons for peace and cooperation.

Mexicanist

Jun 18, 2024 — 4 min read

The Big Three: Churchill, Truman, and Stalin, at the Potsdam Conference (August 1945). Credit: IWM BU 9195

World War II witnessed a remarkable military alliance between the United Kingdom, the United States, and the USSR, which successfully thwarted Hitler's conquest of Europe. Hopeful that this alliance against the brutal Nazi regime could herald an era of peace and cooperation, the peoples and governments of these countries, along with resistance movements in occupied nations, looked to a brighter future.

However, within a short span of two years after the war's end, this cooperation dissolved into mutual distrust and a breakdown of diplomatic talks. This article explores the origins of the Cold War, analyzing the underlying causes and key incidents from 1945 to 1947.

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