Soviet Bloc
Definition
The Soviet Bloc refers to the group of socialist states under the influence or direct control of the Soviet Union during the Cold War.
Analogy
Think of the Soviet Bloc as a sports team, where all members follow the coach's (Soviet Union) strategies and plans. Just like how a team would work together to win a game, these countries cooperated politically, economically, and militarily under the leadership of their "coach".
Related terms
Iron Curtain: This term was used to describe the political, military, and ideological barrier established between Western Europe and communist territories during the Cold War.
Warsaw Pact: A collective defense treaty signed in Warsaw among eight communist states of Central and Eastern Europe in May 1955 during the Cold War. It was established as a counterweight to NATO.
Eastern Bloc: Refers specifically to former socialist states in Central and Eastern Europe, including countries that were part of the Warsaw Pact.
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