What was a major point of conflict between the Soviet Union and the United States at the end of World War II?
A. The Americans demanded Soviet help with Japan and the Russians refused.
B. The Americans wanted more severe punishment of Germans than the Soviets.
C. The Americans wanted to rebuild Germany, and the Soviets wanted it weakened as much as possible.
D. The Americans wanted a United States of Europe, which the Soviets saw as threat to their power.
Answer (1)
The major conflict between the Soviet Union and the United States at the end of World War II stemmed from opposing visions for post-war Germany. The Americans aimed to rebuild and democratize Germany, while the Soviets sought to weaken it to secure their regional power. This disagreement laid the groundwork for future tensions in the Cold War. ;
