The period of time following the end of World War II, from approximately 1945 to 1991, characterized by significant global political, social, and economic changes.
Related terms
Cold War: A state of political tension between the United States and Soviet Union without direct military conflict, shaping many aspects of post-World War II global politics.
Decolonization: The process by which colonial powers granted independence to their former colonies in Africa, Asia, and other regions during the post-World War II era.
Marshall Plan: An American initiative that provided financial aid to war-torn European countries after World War II to rebuild their economies.