Answer to Question #117254 in History for Meli

Question

How did Ronald Reagan help the U.S. win the Cold War. Make sure to include his views on communism, his relationship with Russian leaders, building up the military, etc.

Answer 1

Ronald Reagan helped the US win the Cold War through his moral bluntness and military

buildup. Additionally, his foreign policy of inducing the Soviet leaders to negotiate with him and settle on reasonable terms. He also used the “peace through strength” strategy to win the war. His view on the Soviet Union was that in an economic crisis and was denying human freedom and dignity to its citizens.