Apocalypse: The Cold War

The Escalation of Fear (1x2)

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(1947-1949) Fearing that a damaged Europe might fall prey to Communism, Americans launch the Marshall Plan, a reconstruction aid for the European nations. The French also need help in Indochina, where Ho Chi Minh watches his army and his power grow. Stalin imposed a blockade in Berlin and the red wave continues to roll across continents. In Korea, war breaks out between the Communists in the North and a destitute South Korean army. Truman sends in his troops, but a real debacle is waiting for them. Entrenched in Pusan and surrounded by the enemy, can the Americans hold out?