KQ5 How effectivley did the US control the spread of communism? Flashcards
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What is the meaning of M.A.D.
Mutually Assured Distruction
Why did the fact that the usa had more nuclear advantage not really matter in the face of the cold war?
It really didn’t matter as they both had enough nuclear weapons to destroy one and other.
Since when were the USA and the USSR Locked in a niclear arms race?
Since the begginig og the 1960’s
Who was General Batista
Batista was the ductator of cuba, his rule was corrupt and incredebly unpopular.
Why had the Americans supported General Batista?
Because he was just as opposed to communism as the Americans.
Who overthrew Batista in 1959?
Fidel Castro overthrew Batista after a three year-long campaing.
Who would Castro be discribed?
A charismatic man, who was Charming, smart but also ruthless, never doubting to kill exile or arrest many political opponents.
What were the two many reasons why the relations between the USA and Cuba worsened after Castro took power?
- There were thousands of cuban exhiles in the Usa who had fled from castros rule. They played an inportant role, demanding action against Castro.
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