How did the US use hard power against the threat of Communism How did they use soft power?

The U.S. employed hard power against the threat of Communism primarily through military interventions, such as the Korean War and the Vietnam War, as well as through economic measures like the Marshall Plan, which aimed to contain Soviet influence by rebuilding war-torn European economies. On the other hand, the U.S. utilized soft power by promoting democratic values, cultural exchange programs, and media campaigns to spread American ideals and counter communist Propaganda, thereby fostering a positive image of capitalism and democracy globally.