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To what extent you would agree that the period 1948-1953 there was a thaw in the superpower relations
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To what extent would you agree that the period 1948-1953 saw a 'thaw' in super power relation? By 1948, US-Soviet relations were deteriorating which made post-war co-operation seemed impossible. The establishment of Soviet's Berlin Blockade consolidated the position of the two superpowers in Europe. Ironically, now that there was a clear territorial division, USSR and USA seemed more comfortable to put forward proposals for a more collaborative effort, especially in regards to the German problem. The idea of 'thaw' in the Cold War was paradoxical as there was a long stretch of time of conflicts due to ideological differences and a tight arms race. However, both sides adopted a new approach in policy and methods that arguably helped thaw the icy relationship between the East and the West. The consolidation of both superpowers in Europe help paved the way for a dialogue to be established between the two. US military...
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