The Origins of Containment

Focusing on the pivotal period between 1945 and the announcement of the Truman Doctrine in 1947, the essay explores the significance of Eastern Europe and the Middle East in the origins of the Cold War. It critically examines the interactions between the USSR and the US, questioning whether Eastern Europe was central to the conflict or if other regions played a more crucial role. The analysis aims to assess the relative importance of these areas in shaping the early dynamics of the Cold War.