The Cold War, 1945–1991 · THE MAP IN MAY 1955

Map of Europe in May 1955

Two alliances face off · Cold War

Europe in May 1955: Two alliances face off. Since May 1949, 4 territories changed status on this map: including Austria, Greece, Turkey and 1 more.

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Map of Europe in May 1955 (Cold War): Two alliances face off. Colours show NATO & core Western allies, USSR & Warsaw Pact, US-aligned states. — MAY 1955 · THE COLD WAR, 1945–1991

What changes on the map

Austria	NATO & core Western allies → Non-aligned & neutral
Greece	US-aligned states → NATO & core Western allies
Turkey	US-aligned states → NATO & core Western allies
Spain	— → US-aligned states

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