The Truman Doctrine

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This deck covers key aspects of the Truman Doctrine, including its introduction, purpose, and significance.

When was the Truman Doctrine introduced?

March 1947
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When was the Truman Doctrine introduced?
March 1947
Why was the Truman Doctrine introduced in March 1947?
As in February 1947, the British had told Truman that they could no longer afford to keep British troops in Greece. This made Truman fear the spread o...
What was the Truman Doctrine?
It was a policy which stated that the US would give aid to any country threatened by communism.

On what date did Truman tell Congress that Greece was next in line to fall to communism?

Give one 2 reasons why Truman thought that Greece was next in line to fall to communism.

12 March 1947

1) By 1946, Greece wasn't yet communist.
2) In February 1947, the British had told Truman that they could no longer afford ...

What did Truman do?

He changed American Foreign Policy, to enable the USA to get involved with European affairs.

For what 2 reasons did Truman want to rebuild European economies?

1) It would give the USA trading partners.
2) A stronger economy would make communism seem less attractive.

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TermDefinition
When was the Truman Doctrine introduced?
March 1947
Why was the Truman Doctrine introduced in March 1947?
As in February 1947, the British had told Truman that they could no longer afford to keep British troops in Greece. This made Truman fear the spread of communism to Greece.
What was the Truman Doctrine?
It was a policy which stated that the US would give aid to any country threatened by communism.

On what date did Truman tell Congress that Greece was next in line to fall to communism?

Give one 2 reasons why Truman thought that Greece was next in line to fall to communism.

12 March 1947

1) By 1946, Greece wasn't yet communist.
2) In February 1947, the British had told Truman that they could no longer afford to keep British troops in Greece.

What did Truman do?

He changed American Foreign Policy, to enable the USA to get involved with European affairs.

For what 2 reasons did Truman want to rebuild European economies?

1) It would give the USA trading partners.
2) A stronger economy would make communism seem less attractive.

How much money did the USA give Greece?

$400 million

How much money did the USA give Greece?
$400 million

Why did the USA give money to Greece?

The money would go towards anti-communist groups, to help towards the Policy of Containment.

What was the consequence of the Truman Doctrine?

Cominform.

Why was the Truman Doctrine significant?

1) It ended the period of isolationism in America, whereby America wouldn't get involved in international relations.