Background to presidency Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
When did Roosevelt attend the Yalta Conference?
A
February 1945
2
Q
What was the main purpose of the Yalta Conference?
A
To decide the fate of Germany after the war
3
Q
Who were the three occupying powers of Germany agreed upon at Yalta?
A
USA, UK, France
4
Q
What was Roosevelt’s stance on the occupation of Germany?
A
He agreed to the occupation of Germany
5
Q
How did Roosevelt view the Yalta Declaration regarding free elections in Eastern Europe?
A
He was unwilling to tackle Stalin too aggressively over it
6
Q
Why did Roosevelt believe he needed Soviet help?
A
In the battle against Japan
7
Q
When did Roosevelt die?
A
April 1945
8
Q
Who replaced Roosevelt after his death?
A
Truman
9
Q
What was Truman’s approach towards Stalin compared to Roosevelt’s?
A
He adopted a much tougher line
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