America’s effort to contain communism in Asia 1945-1989

 At least 1200 words, at least 4 secondary and 2 primary sources

1. Introduction

Thesis: The United States fought communism during the Cold War effort in Asia with mixed success and under great sacrifices.

2. A summary of Cold War events in Asia between 1945 and 1991
   • Assessment of America’s Cold War strategies in the region
   • American interactions with countries in this region
3. Key events and critical points in the Cold War in this region
4. Policies of different presidents
5. Analysis of the Cold War’s effects on countries in the region
   • lasting effects (positive and negative) of Cold War strategies in this region
   • Evaluation of how America’s Cold War policies in this region changed over time
6. Summary

The United States fought communism during the Cold War effort in Asia with mixed success and under great sacrifices.