Why did the Soviet Union and the United States both get involved in proxy wars in Africa during the Cold War?
A: Both governments were focused solely on providing humanitarian aid to the region.
B: Both governments were concerned with the protection of personal liberties and free elections.
C: Both governments wanted to secure their political influence in the region through support.
D: The United Nations requested that both governments intervene to bring about peace.

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Why did the Soviet Union and the United States both get involved in proxy wars in Africa during the Cold War?
A: Both governments were focused solely on providing humanitarian aid to the region.
B: Both governments were concerned with the protection of personal liberties and free elections.
C:  Both governments wanted to secure their political influence in the region through support.
D: The United Nations requested that both governments intervene to bring about peace.

anonymous · Answer

I tried to look in the chapter but I could not find it. Any help?

anonymous · Answer

@mg_omg  @bohotness @sleepyjess

king.void. · Answer

There you go! http://openstudy.com/updates/50f6f537e4b007c4a2eb25f9

bohotness · Answer

c?

solomonzelman · Answer

yes, I was thinking C too.

solomonzelman · Answer

US and USSR, have been always competing with each other and now.... if US doesn't get involved in the war, then they will not have much influence in the region, and vica versa.

anonymous · Answer

Thank you guys