Question

After WWII, the U.S. entered the Cold War and adopted a containment policy. Define that policy and discuss how Presidents Truman and Eisenhower planned to contain communism. In the 1950s on the home front, consumer culture blossomed. Describe the culture of the 1950s. Give specific examples to support your points.

Answer 1

The policy was Truman Doctrine is the name given to a foreign policy implemented during the Truman administration and directed at the bloc of capitalist countries in the pre-Cold War period. Such a doctrine was intended to prevent the spread of socialism, especially in capitalist nations considered fragile.

The 1950s became known as the "Golden Years." It is a decade of technological revolutions with obvious social implications, especially when we consider the communicational point of view, since it is during this period that advertisements invade radio and the newly arrived television.

The United States has become a model of prosperity and confidence as it develops very high levels of social welfare thanks to the best housing and telecommunications qualities.