Marshall Plan Key Points Flashcards
1
Q
In what year was the ‘Marshall plan’ announced?
A
1947
2
Q
How long would it last?
A
4 years
3
Q
Who was it for?
A
Damaged European countries.
4
Q
Why would they help them?
A
To stop them from turning to Communism. (Also a better market for US goods)
5
Q
How much would it cost?
A
17Billion Dollars
6
Q
What did Stalin do?
A
Ordered Easter European countries to refuse the offer as it would make communism ‘look weak’
