Berlin Airlift Flashcards
What was the Berlin Airlift?
A military operation to supply West Berlin with food and fuel during the Soviet blockade from 1948 to 1949.
True or False: The Berlin Airlift occurred during the Cold War.
True
Which countries were primarily involved in the Berlin Airlift?
The United States and the United Kingdom.
Fill in the blank: The Berlin Airlift lasted from _____ to _____ in 1949.
June; September
What triggered the Berlin Airlift?
The Soviet Union’s blockade of all ground routes to West Berlin.
How many tons of supplies were delivered during the Berlin Airlift?
Over 2.3 million tons.
Multiple Choice: What was the main purpose of the Berlin Airlift? A) Military invasion B) Humanitarian aid C) Political negotiation
B) Humanitarian aid
What was the main aircraft used during the Berlin Airlift?
The C-47 Skytrain.
True or False: The Berlin Airlift was a total failure.
False
What was the impact of the Berlin Airlift on U.S.-Soviet relations?
It heightened tensions and solidified the divide between East and West.
Fill in the blank: The Berlin Airlift was also known as Operation _____ .
Vittles
Short answer: What was the result of the Berlin Airlift?
The blockade was lifted, and West Berlin remained free from Soviet control.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a significant challenge during the airlift? A) Weather conditions B) Lack of pilots C) Insufficient aircraft
A) Weather conditions
Who was the U.S. President during the Berlin Airlift?
Harry S. Truman.
True or False: The Berlin Airlift was a demonstration of the effectiveness of air power.
True
