Post-World War II Era

Definition

The post-World War II era refers to the period of time immediately following the end of World War II, from 1945 until roughly the early 1990s. This era was characterized by significant global changes, including decolonization, the emergence of superpowers, and the beginning of the Cold War.

Related terms

Decolonization: The process in which colonies gained independence from their imperial rulers.

Superpowers: Countries with immense military, economic, and political influence on a global scale.

Cold War: A state of geopolitical tension between the United States and Soviet Union without direct military conflict.