The primary result of the Second World War for Europe was the significant restructuring of political, economic, and social landscapes across the continent. The war, which lasted from 1939 to 1945, led to widespread devastation, loss of life, and displacement of populations. Post-war, Europe faced the challenges of reconstruction, which was facilitated by initiatives like the Marshall Plan. Additionally, the war resulted in the establishment of two dominant ideologies: capitalism in the West and communism in the East, leading to the Cold War era. The division of Europe into Eastern and Western blocs would profoundly shape international relations for decades.