Cold War: From the Iron Curtain to the Collapse of Communism

The Cold War was a global drama that positioned the world on the brink of nuclear Armageddon, published 30 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of Communism in Europe. It is a graphic account of a confrontation that encompassed moments of high tension, such as the Berlin Crisis of 1961, the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, and the nuclear alerts of 1973 and 1983. Written by leading defense analyst Dr. Norman Friedman, it is a fully illustrated account of this period of crisis, subterfuge, and power, showing rare documents such as a 1963 nuclear attack protection booklet produced for homeowners by the British government and an official pack for US troops passing through Checkpoint Charlie.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2019
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group

As the ongoing political and military tensions between Russia and the West continue to escalate, it is essential to reflect on the Cold War, a global drama that brought the world dangerously close to nuclear Armageddon. Published 30 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of Communism in Europe, this book offers a graphic account of the confrontations that defined this era. From the Berlin Crisis of 1961 to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962 and the nuclear alerts of 1973 and 1983, the Cold War encompassed moments of high tension and crisis.

Written by renowned defense analyst Dr. Norman Friedman, The Cold War is a comprehensive and richly illustrated account of this period of crisis, subterfuge, and power. The book showcases rare documents, such as a 1963 nuclear attack protection booklet produced for homeowners by the British government and an official pack for US troops passing through Checkpoint Charlie, providing a firsthand glimpse into the events that unfolded.

The result is a vivid and compelling account of a historical period that continues to echo in today's geopolitical climate. The Cold War serves as an invaluable companion for examining the events of this tense period, as they resonate strongly in the modern era of paranoia and surveillance. By delving into the history of the Cold War, we can better understand the challenges and risks that we face in the world today and work towards a more peaceful and stable future.

Weight: 794g
Dimension: 252 x 223 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780233005713