Recent releases by WikiLeaks reminded me, of a book titled Vodka-Kola which I read long ago. Vodka is the common ale of Russia and Cola the favourite drink of Americans
The book contains all details about meetings held regularly between representatives of the United Sates and Russia, including the room number of the hotel, date etc., during the hottest days of cold war.
The two countries maintained very cordial relations, as Russia needed the wheat produced in the States and American businessmen wanted a market for it; and Russia gave the cost in gold.
It shows how cynical the politicians are, who hoodwink the gullible public, to maintain their hold.
The cold war hysteria suited the arms manufacturers, who made money. The people lost money as taxes.
The two countries maintained very cordial relations, as Russia needed the wheat produced in the States and American businessmen wanted a market for it; and Russia gave the cost in gold.
It shows how cynical the politicians are, who hoodwink the gullible public, to maintain their hold.
The cold war hysteria suited the arms manufacturers, who made money. The people lost money as taxes.
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