The Truman Doctrine Flashcards
1
Q
In many countries people had..?
A
no money, no jobs and were feeling hopeless.
2
Q
Communism was attractive to people because..?
A
it made sure everyone had enough.
3
Q
When was the Truman Doctrine created?
A
1947
4
Q
Truman felt the USA should get involved in Europe because countries faced a choice..?
A
between communism and capitalism.
5
Q
Truman stated that communism..?
A
was bad because it meant people could not be free.
6
Q
Truman thought it was the duty of the USA to..?
A
contain the spread of communism.
7
Q
Truman said that the USA would provide..?
A
money and troops to help governments combat communist takeovers.
