Assessment #1 The Cold War by Addison Allen

The Truman Doctrine Signed-1947

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The Truman Doctrine was important because it impacted many countries. It gave economic and financial aid to countries like Greece and Turkey who were struggling after the War. Domestically, countries started to focus on security measures. They also were looking to expand their military.

The Korean War Begins- 1950

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The Korean war was the first major conflict of the Cold War. This war led to the Truman Doctrine being implemented along with the Eisenhower Doctrine. Domestically, the war led to other countries' militarizes focusing on building up their armed forces.

Korean Armistice Signed-1953

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Armistice made it to where there was a permanent U.S. military presence in South Korea. Armistice also helped to contain the spread of communism. It also caused the establishment of new alliances. Domestically, the cost of the war and threat of communism made countries worry which contributed to the growth of the military.

The First H Bomb is detonated- 1952

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The First H Bomb escalated the arms race. The development of the bomb led to an increased focus on nuclear items. Countries started to build larger and more powerful nuclear bombs. These powerful items created a policy that tried to prevent both sides from launching one of them.

The Eisenhower Doctrine Signed- 1957

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The Eisenhower Doctrine was important because it impacted a lot of countries. This document created economic and military aid to the Middle East to resist communism. Domestically, the document helped continue to shape American politics and policies. It also helped strengthen the military.

The Berlin Airlift- 1948

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The Berlin airlifts helped strengthen alliances between the soviet union and also showed the United States’ commitment to helping the soviet union expand. Domestically, the airlifts pushed people to want more success because of how well the airlifts

The Berlin Wall Was finished-1989

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The Berlin wall made the division between the east and west very clear. The wall being built led to more support from West Germany and NATO countries. Domestically, the Berlin Wall being built intensified political opinions around communism. It also led to focus on stronger military readiness so they could respond quickly.

McCarthy is Censured-1954

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It helped ease people's minds knowing that they no longer would have to suffer the extreme consequences of McCarthy if being accused of communism. Domestically, it did the same thing as well. Overall McCarthy did help limit communism.

The Rosenberg's Are Convicted-1951

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The Rosenbergs being convicted created a rivalry between the United states and the soviet Union. It also was a clear warning for people of how far the U.S. was willing to go to protect their secrets. Domestically, the conviction caused a mass wave of fear to spread around communism.

HUAC is founded-1938

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The HUAC being founded really showcased the allies that were forming and were already formed. People wanted to protect themselves from threats. Domestically, it led to suspicion and was one of the causes of the red scare.