Communism & The Cold War (Post 1945)

Question 1

The Domino Theory (Post 1945)

Answer 1

The Domino Theory was a prominent foreign policy concept during the Cold War era, particularly in the context of Southeast Asia. The theory suggested that if one country in a region came under the influence of communism, then the surrounding countries would also become communist in a domino effect. This theory was often used to justify and guide the United States’ policy of containment and its intervention in various conflicts during the Cold War, including the Vietnam War.

Question 2

Mao Zedong (1949-1976)

Answer 2

Mao Zedong, also known as Chairman Mao, was a Chinese communist revolutionary, political theorist, and founding father of the People’s Republic of China. He was the leader of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from its establishment in 1949 until his death in 1976.

Question 3

Chiang Kai Shek (1926-1949)

Answer 3

Chiang Kai-shek, also known as Jiang Jieshi, was a Chinese political and military leader who played a prominent role in 20th-century Chinese history. Served as the President of the Republic of China from 1928 to 1949.

Chiang Kai-shek’s government faced significant challenges, including the Chinese Civil War between the Nationalists and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) led by Mao Zedong. The civil war resulted in the defeat of the Nationalists, who retreated to Taiwan in 1949.