Question

What circumstances compelled the super-powers to have military alliances with smaller countries? Describe. ​

Answer 1

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The superpowers needed military alliances with smaller countries due to the following reasons: (i) To gain access to vital resources, such as oil and minerals. (ii) To gain access to territory, from where the superpowers could launch their weapons and troops.