Chapter 13: America in the Cold War and Civil Rights Years

Cold War

Between U.S. and Soviet Union.  considered cold because they never confronted each other directly.  U.S. wanted to spread democracy and the Soviet Union wanted to spread Communisim.  

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Iron Curtain

Soviet Union placed an iron curtain over Eastern Europe, cutting it off from the West.  Trade was cut off and communication was limited.  

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Truman Doctrine

Truman offers military aid to Greece and Turkey.

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Marshall Plan

U.S. Aided war torn countries recover.  Speeded economic recovery of Western Europe and spread good will towards America.

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Berlin Airlift

Massive airlift to feed and supply Allies in Western Berlin.

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Containment Policy

America wanted to contain the spread of communism to other countries.  

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