The global spread of communism refers to the expansion and influence of communist ideology, particularly associated with the ideas of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, across different countries and regions around the world.
Related terms
Cold War: A period between 1945 and 1991 characterized by political tension and rivalry between the United States (capitalist) and the Soviet Union (communist), resulting in indirect conflicts around the world.
Iron Curtain: A metaphorical division between Eastern Europe (under Soviet influence) and Western Europe (not under Soviet influence) during the Cold War.
Domino Theory: The belief that if one country falls under communist control, neighboring countries would also follow suit like falling dominoes.