The Truman Doctrine and the Marshall Plan Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Truman Doctrine?
A
1947
2
Q
What was the Truman Doctrine?
A
Truman announced he would send $400M towards european countries to stop the spread of communism in Greece
3
Q
What else did Truman say in his speech?
A
That he (USA) would be the country to contain communism
4
Q
What was the Marshall plan?
A
Money given to every country in Europe to sway them away from communism
5
Q
Who was it named after?
A
George Marshall, the American Secretary of State, who suggested giving aid to Europe.
