What was the Cold War? That is a question we hear quite often. Some might mistake it for a bloody battle, while others may assume it was a war fought in a cold climate. Well I am here to tell you there is no right or wrong answer. Vision Strike Coins is here to breakdown the history of this historic ere, and to honor its veterans with the Cold War Veteran Coin.
The Cold War was a geographic tension between political powers based around the Soviet Union after World War II. President Harry S. Truman signed the Truman Doctrine into effect in 1947 that provided aid to all nations threatened by Soviet expansion. This act of U.S. Foreign Policy allowed an ease of calmness to those nations, but what was the United States’ main role in all of this? It’s simple nuclear presence.
Military Warsaw Pact for Communist Nations
From 1945-1992 the United States conducted over 1,000 nuclear tests. These tests were considered a threat to any nation that threatened its allies. It let them know you will be dealt with via force. The Soviet Union chose not to be nuclear minded during this time, so instead they countered with a space race. In 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first ever artificial satellite into a low earth orbit. Now you may be thinking, we went from war to space. Well that’s exactly what the Cold War entailed.
There were several phases that took place over those decades. From the Space Race to the Vietnam War, it was all about which nation can truly rise above all else and be considered the main power after World War II. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was established in 1949. Two years after World War II to form a military alliance between North America and Europe. This organization was put to work through several phases. These phases included the Korean War, Bay of Pigs Invasion, Vietnam War, and more.
Cold War Veteran Coin
With all of the events that took place during this time, it was only right to honor the veterans who served. The Cold War Veteran Coin does just that. This new coin by Vision Strike Coins displays true American pride. A Bald Eagle graces the cover, and American Flag accents throughout its face. The coin is truly original and will make a great gift or collectible for anyone.
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Until next time.