The role of Pope John Paul 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Why was the election of Pope John Paul 2 in 1979 significant?
A
First Polish Pope to be elected
Inspired great nationalism in the Polish nation
2
Q
What became a focal point for anti-communism feeling?
A
The Roman Catholic Church
3
Q
What did the Pope’s visit to Poland in 1979 help?
A
The growth of anti-communist nationalism
4
Q
What happened during the Gdansk strike?
A
A picture of the Pope was placed on the gates of the Gdansk shipyard
5
Q
What did the Pope do during the 1980s?
A
He continually signalled his support for the Solidarity Union and for democratic reform in Poland
6
Q
Why was the Pope’s role impportant?
A
His support gave the protesters greater authority in their fight against communism
