Long And Novikov Telegram Flashcards
Who was the Long Telegram issued to
President Truman about the USSR
Who wrote the long telegram
George Kennan ( worked in the Soviet Union as a diplomat )
When was the long telegram
February 1946
What did the Long Telegram say ?
Said that Stalin had given a speech in favour of the destruction of capitalism.Warned of the USSR trying to weaken and divide Western powers , while building the strength of its own military
Who was the Novikov telegram issued to ?
Stalin
What did the Novikov telegram say ?
Said the USA wanted to use their massive military power to dominate the world.They were pursuing world supremacy.He believed that the American people would support thrir governement if this led to war.Also warned that the USA were trying to limit the USSR influence in Europe
When was the Novikov Telegram issued ?
September 1946
What were the causes of the Long and Novikov telegram ?
Truman and Stalin concerned over greater tensions and threat of new war.Both wanted secret reports on what their opponents thought of them