Formation of NATO

1949 CE · political

In 1949, during the early period of the Cold War, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was founded for the purpose of common defense against the threat posed by the Soviet Union.

According to the treaty signed by the United States, Canada, and numerous Western European countries, an attack against one of the member states would be considered an attack against all. NATO became the military cornerstone of the Western alliance throughout the Cold War and continues to exist today.

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What was Formation of NATO?
In 1949, during the early period of the Cold War, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was founded for the purpose of common defense against the threat posed by the Soviet Union.
When did Formation of NATO happen?
1949 CE