the Marshall Plan Flashcards
What was the USA’s advantage in providing economic aid to Europe after World War II?
The USA had not suffered damage to its infrastructure during the war, making it well-placed to provide economic aid to Europe.
What was the practical outcome of the Truman Doctrine regarding economic aid?
The Marshall Plan was a practical outcome of the Truman Doctrine, providing economic aid to help war-torn countries and prevent communism from taking over in Western Europe.
How much aid did the USA give between 1948 and 1952 as part of the Marshall Plan?
The USA gave $13.7 billion in aid, in addition to $13 billion already given before the Marshall Plan went into action.
Which countries benefited from the Marshall Plan?
Countries benefiting from the Marshall Plan included Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, and West Germany.
What did British Foreign Secretary Ernest Bevin describe the Marshall Plan as?
Ernest Bevin called it a “lifeline for sinking men, giving hope where there was none.”
Was the Marshall Plan offered to Eastern European countries?
- Yes, it could be offered to Eastern European countries, but they would first have to agree to a thorough review of their finances.
- However, the USA knew Stalin would not allow this, so in practice, Eastern European countries did not benefit from the Marshall Plan.
