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The Cold War

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1947–1991 geopolitical rivalry between USA and USSR

A period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union and their respective allies.

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Former nuclear bunker now home to more than a million government files

A former Cold War-era emergency hub is currently being utilized to store over a million government files. The site serves as a historic environment record repository.

BBC News·2026-08-19

Former cold war bunker up for sale for £45,000

A Cold War bunker built in 1971 in Folkestone has been listed for sale. The underground structure is accessible only by a ladder.

BBC News·2026-07-29

Nuclear bomb tests conducted during the Cold War turned an idyllic tropical isle into a radioactive ship graveyard.

Recent scientific reporting highlights how Cold War-era nuclear testing in the Bikini Atoll left behind significant radioactive contamination. The site remains a subject of study for its environmental impact.

Eos·2026-03-06

Why The Cold War Still Matters With John Lewis Gaddis

Renowned historian John Lewis Gaddis discusses the enduring relevance of the Cold War in a masterclass on grand strategy and international relations. The conversation covers key historical figures and the evolution of the nuclear age.

Hoover Institution·2025-11-19

NATO freezes Cold War-era treaty after Russia withdraws, muddying waters for arms control

NATO suspended a significant Cold War-era arms control treaty following Russia's withdrawal from the agreement. This move has created new uncertainties regarding international security and arms regulation.

PBS News·2024-11-07

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