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What is a proxy war in the context of the Cold War?
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A proxy war during the Cold War is a conflict where two opposing countries or parties support combatants that serve their interests instead of waging war directly.
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Name one of the most well-known proxy wars during the Cold War.
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The Vietnam War is one of the most well-known proxy wars during the Cold War.
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Which superpowers were involved in the Cold War proxy wars?
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The United States and the Soviet Union were the main superpowers involved in Cold War proxy wars.
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What role did ideology play in Cold War proxy wars?
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Ideology was central, as the U.S. aimed to contain communism, promoting democracy, while the USSR promoted communism and aimed to curb capitalist influence.
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How did the Korean War serve as a proxy war?
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The Korean War was a proxy war as North Korea was backed by China and the Soviet Union, while South Korea was supported by the United Nations, led by the U.S.
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What were the impacts of proxy wars on the countries where they occurred?
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Proxy wars often led to significant casualties, economic disruption, and long-term instability in the countries where they were fought.
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In which continent did the Angolan Civil War take place, and why was it significant?
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The Angolan Civil War took place in Africa and was significant for its international involvement from both Cold War superpowers.
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What was the role of Cuba in Cold War proxy wars?
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Cuba played a role by supporting leftist movements and governments, especially in Africa and Latin America, often with Soviet backing.
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How did the Soviet-Afghan War exemplify a Cold War proxy battle?
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The Soviet-Afghan War was a proxy conflict where the USSR invaded Afghanistan, and the Mujahideen were supported by the U.S. and its allies.
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What was a common tactic both superpowers used in supporting their proxies?
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Both superpowers frequently provided military assistance, financial aid, and intelligence support to their proxies.
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Name a Latin American country affected by Cold War proxy conflict.
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Nicaragua was affected, experiencing a proxy conflict between the Sandinista government and U.S.-backed Contras.
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Why did Cold War proxy wars often lead to prolonged conflicts?
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Proxy wars led to prolonged conflicts due to continued external support, complex internal dynamics, and ideological entrenchment.
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What was the outcome of the Korean War regarding Cold War tensions?
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The Korean War ended in an armistice, with Korea divided at the 38th parallel, reinforcing Cold War tensions.
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What motivated the superpowers to engage in proxy wars instead of direct conflict?
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The threat of nuclear war motivated superpowers to engage in proxy wars to avoid direct conflict.
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How did Vietnam become a symbol of Cold War proxy struggles?
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Vietnam became a symbol through its devastating conflict, representing the ideological battle between communism and democracy.
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