KQ2: Growing International Prestige Flashcards
1
Q
Name 4 ways in which the GDR gained international prestige?
A
- Became a member of the UN
- Was recognised by the USA
- Helsinki Accords
- Honecker visits the FRG in 1987
2
Q
When did the GDR become a member of the UN?
A
1973
3
Q
When was the GDR recognised by the USA?
A
1974
4
Q
When were the Helsinki Accords?
A
1975
5
Q
What did the Helsinki Accords agree?
A
- Acceptance of borders and to settle disputes peacefully.
- Economic/ scientific cooperation
- Agreement on Human Rights- free migration of people ect
- Agreement to keep the previous agreements
6
Q
When did Honecker visit the FRG?
A
1987
7
Q
When did the GDR remove its commitment to re-unification from its constitution?
A
1974
8
Q
Give an example of the GDR olympic team’s consistent success.
A
Between 1972-88, the GDR were never out of the top 3 in the medals table
9
Q
How many was the doping program costing by 1989?
A
4 million Ostmarks annually
10
Q
How many countries did the GDR have diplomatic relationships with by 1974?
A
80
