Foreign Developments: Post-WWII situation with Japan and involvement with China Flashcards
After World War II, what year did the USA occupy Japan until?
1952
What did the USA do in Japan with their military from 1945-1952?
Demilitarised them
What was the situation with Japan and USA relations by 1952?
They were allies
What happened in China in 1949?
They fell to Communism
Who became the leader of China in 1949?
Mao Zedong
What program was China under in relation to the US during WWII?
Lend-Lease Program
What was George Marshall sent to do in China during their Communist revolution?
Sent to try and make a compromise
Which 2 countries colonies near China were under threat to Communism after 1949?
Britain and France
What theory was created with the spread of Communism in Asia?
Domino Theory
What did Domino Theory say?
If one Asian nation fell to Communism, others would quickly fall
What policy was justified for the USA with Domino Theory?
Containment policy
What doctrine created containment of Communism? What year was it made?
Truman Doctrine, 1947
What year did the USA create a treaty with Taiwan?
1954
What was the significance of the location of Taiwan?
It was near China
What did Eisenhower say to China to protect Taiwan in 1958?
He said he would use nuclear bombs against China if necessary
