US and its allies

Definition

This term refers to the United States along with countries that formed alliances or had close relationships with it during the Cold War. These alliances were primarily based on shared political ideologies or security interests.

Related terms

Western Bloc: The Western Bloc included countries aligned with or influenced by Western democracies led by the United States. These nations shared common economic systems (capitalism) and political ideals (democracy).

Containment Doctrine: The containment doctrine was a U.S. foreign policy strategy during the Cold War aimed at preventing further expansion of communism. It involved supporting anti-communist governments and resisting Soviet influence.

Marshall Plan: The Marshall Plan was an economic recovery program initiated by the United States to aid war-torn Western European countries. By providing financial assistance, it aimed to prevent those nations from falling under Soviet control.