World+War+II+Effects

Deasia Hamilton As World War II ended, it gave the Allied Powers a advantage while it did not benefit the Axis powers. Especially, Germany. World War II, was marked the end of dictatorship in Europe. But, it did start the rise and expansion of the United States and the Soviet Union. By this vein said, the end of World War II began the emergence of the Cold War, too. __**Germany**__ After Germany surrender, the nation was defeated. With German cities in the ruins and Hitler dead, the nation was weak and vulnerable. As, you can tell, Germany was the worst affected nation by the war. Without leadership, Germany was divided into 4 parts of occupation by the Allied Powers. Each part that was divided was held by the United States, Great Britain, France and the Soviet Union. __**Japan**__ Like Germany, Japan was also in ruins from extensive bombing. Even though, Japan was temporally under the United States military rule. the emperor was still able to obtain his position in Japan.

__**Great Britain**__ Many nations were in ruins from extensive bombing. Just like Japan and Germany, Great Britain suffered from bombing. Not just soldiers were dead but civilians, too. Like many nations, England depended on the United States to help them recover their economy.

__**The United States and the Soviet Union**__ When World War II was finally over, two nations became known for their superpower status. The end of the war led to a brand new commitment to the idea of collective security and creation of the United States. Since the Great Depression ended in 1939, the war stimulated the U.S. economy. While, the Soviet Union expanded their territory. Either way, both nations benefitted from the war.





__**The United Nations**__ Like the League of Nations, the United Nations was designed to encourage international cooperation and percent war between the nations of the world. In 1945, the Allied powers were having problems agreeing on plans or peace. until, they finally came up with something...

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