What was the practice if containment?

Containment was a U.S. foreign policy strategy during the Cold War aimed at preventing the spread of communism beyond its existing borders. It emerged after World War II as a response to the perceived threat posed by the Soviet Union and its satellite states. The policy involved various tactics, including military alliances, economic aid, and support for anti-communist regimes, exemplified by initiatives like the Marshall Plan and NATO. Ultimately, containment sought to limit Soviet influence globally and maintain a balance of power.