Approximately how many years did the Cold War last?

Answer 1

The cold war was a lengthy period of diplomatic and military tension between USA and its NATO allies and USSR and Warsaw Pact allies. There is no definite period but it is believed that it started in 1947 after WW2 and finished in 1991 with disintegration of USSR.

Answer 2

The Cold War started in 1945, and ended in 1991.

Answer 3

The Cold War lasted from 1945 until 1991. It was an ongoing war between the Soviet Union and NATO which resulted in no direct military action against each other.

Answer 4

From about 1945 to about 1990 or 45 years.

Answer 5

{| |- | It was about 45 years in duration. Most consider the end of the Cold War to be the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1991. It began as an aftermath to World War 2 in the mid-40's. |}

Answer 6

1949 - 1992