Short answer describing the cold war, including examples that show how the war influenced events in the postwar perioc.

Answer 1

This site provides a description of the Cold War and cites examples of how it influenced world events. Look for the alliances formed by each side. Look for conflicts, like the Korean and Vietnam wars. Look for the Bay of Pigs incident.

http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_761569374/Cold_War.html