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World War 1
Unit 1
World War 2
Causes of World War 2
Major Battles and Campaigns
Holocaust and War Crimes
Unit 2
USA vs Soviet Union Cold War
Origins of the Cold War
Arms Race and Space Race
Proxy Wars and Alliances
Unit 3
Role of Germany in both World Wars
Causes of Germany's Involvement in World War I
Germany's Military Strategies in World War I
Treaty of Versailles and Germany's Role in World War II
Germany's Invasion of Poland and the Outbreak of World War II
Germany's Role in the Axis Powers and Allied Resistance
Unit 2 • Chapter 3
Proxy Wars and Alliances
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What is a proxy war?
A conflict where two opposing countries support rival groups in a third country.
A direct military confrontation between two nations
An alliance formed between two countries to fight a common enemy
An international agreement to reduce military spending between countries
What is an alliance?
A pact or agreement between two or more countries to support each other.
A union between military and government
An economic collaboration between multiple nations
A diplomatic agreement to resolve conflicts peacefully
How do proxy wars impact global politics?
They have no impact on international relations
They result in immediate peace and stability worldwide
They can lead to increased tensions and involvement of major world powers.
They encourage humanitarian missions and aid globally
Which is an example of a historical proxy war?
The Cuban Missile Crisis between USA and Russia
The Vietnam War, where the US supported South Vietnam and the USSR supported North Vietnam.
The creation of NATO in response to Soviet expansion
The Marshall Plan to rebuild post-WWII Europe
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