The Atomic Bomb and the Origins of the Cold War

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Book Synopsis: An original study of the atomic bomb's key role in triggering the post-World War II confrontation between the US and the USSR. After a devastating world war, culminating in the obliteration of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, it was clear that the United States and the Soviet Union had to establish a cooperative order if the planet was to escape an atomic World War III.

In this provocative study, Campbell Craig and Sergey Radchenko show how the atomic bomb pushed the United States and the Soviet Union not toward cooperation but toward deep bipolar confrontation. Joseph Stalin, sure that the Americans meant to deploy their new weapon against Russia and defeat socialism, would stop at nothing to build his own bomb. Harry Truman, initially willing to consider cooperation, discovered that its pursuit would mean political suicide, especially when news of Soviet atomic spies reached the public. Both superpowers, moreover, discerned a new reality of the atomic age: now, cooperation must be total. The dangers posed by the bomb meant that intermediate measures of international cooperation would protect no one. Yet no two nations in history were less prepared to pursue total cooperation than were the United States and the Soviet Union. The logic of the bomb pointed them toward immediate Cold War.

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Discover the untold story behind the origins of the Cold War with "The Atomic Bomb and the Origins of the Cold War" book. Uncover the pivotal role played by the atomic bomb in triggering the post-World War II confrontation between the United States and the Soviet Union. This thought-provoking study by Campbell Craig and Sergey Radchenko delves deep into the political landscape that emerged after the devastating atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Unveil the fascinating clash of ideologies and intense power struggle that took place between the two superpowers. Joseph Stalin's fear of American aggression compelled him to relentlessly pursue the construction of his own atomic bomb. Meanwhile, Harry Truman's initial willingness to cooperate quickly dissipated, leading to a spiral of hostility and suspicion.

Experience the tension and drama as this masterpiece reveals the new reality of the atomic age. The awareness of the deadly capabilities of this weapon necessitated a total commitment to cooperation, a commitment which proved elusive for the United States and the Soviet Union. As the logic of the bomb pointed them towards an immediate Cold War, witness how the world teetered on the edge of an atomic World War III.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening exploration of history. Gain a deeper understanding of the events and decisions that shaped the course of international relations, ultimately setting the stage for the Cold War era. Expand your knowledge and challenge your perceptions with "The Atomic Bomb and the Origins of the Cold War" book.

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