Poland, why was it a source of tension Flashcards
1
Q
What did the USSR want with Poland?
A
A Fully Communist country to act as their buffer border zone. This meant it had to be run by Communists.
2
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What did the UK want with Poland?
A
They wanted to see it ran by a Capitalist Government once Germany was pushed out. They thought this should happen as they fought for Poland in World War 2.
3
Q
What was the Tehran Agreement/Conference?
A
It was an agreement that the USSR could take over Poland up to the Curzon line. As Compensation Poland would gain some of West Germany.