What were the goals of the United States and Soviet Union during the Cold War? Identify and explain 3 examples of Cold War Hotspots

After the war, the U.S.'s primary goal was prosperity through open markets and a strengthened Europe. The Soviet Union sought prosperity through security; a rebuilt Europe would be a threat. Similarly, the U.S. advocated capitalism while the Soviets advocated communism

sitting in that one chair where he could get shot at was his worst decision.