Cold War History Explained

🟢 Overview: Understand the Cold War’s Global Impact on International Relations

Cold War History Explained offers a deep dive into the geopolitical tensions, ideological battles, and military strategies that defined the second half of the 20th century. This course highlights how History, World History, International Relations, and Geography intertwined during this pivotal period.

This low-commitment, online course is available for a limited time only—once the enrollment window closes, this course will not be offered again.

🟢 Description: Analyze the Superpower Struggle That Shaped Modern History

• Geography and Strategy: Understand how physical territories, borders, and natural resources shaped Cold War conflicts and global International Relations.
• Global Diplomacy: Examine the formation of NATO, Warsaw Pact, and other alliances that influenced World History.
• Proxy Wars and Revolutions: Study Korea, Vietnam, and Latin American conflicts as part of the global struggle between the US and USSR.
• Cultural and Technological Competition: Explore the space race, nuclear proliferation, and espionage, connecting Geography to International Relations outcomes.
• End of the Cold War: Learn how economic shifts, political reform, and diplomacy culminated in the collapse of the Soviet Union and reshaped World History.

Through detailed timelines, maps, and interactive analysis, this course emphasizes the role of History, Geography, and global political dynamics in understanding International Relations today.

🟢 Who Is This Course For

• Students and enthusiasts of modern History and World History
• Political science and international affairs students exploring International Relations
• Anyone seeking to understand contemporary geopolitical conflicts
• Professionals in policy, military, or global research
• Learners seeking a low-commitment, high-impact course

🟢 Requirements

• Self-paced online access
• A few hours per week
• Interest in History, World History, International Relations, and Geography

🟢 Career Path

• Diplomatic and policy roles
• Teaching or research in modern History and World History
• Journalism and media covering international affairs
• Military strategy, consulting, or security analysis
• Academic writing and content creation