The Impact of the Cold War Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How did the USSR have an influnce in Eastern Europe after the war?
A
Most European countries had communist governments installed by the USSR
2
Q
What was the Truman Doctrine?
A
In 1947, when US President Truman promised to support countries threatened by communism
3
Q
What was the Marshall plan?
A
When Truman gave economic aid to Western Eauopean countries, hoping it would help the stray away from communist plans
4
Q
What was formed in 1949?
A
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), which was a defensive alliance between American and Western European countries
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