Truman Doctrine Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Truman doctrine
A
It is containment of communist movements, and to keep Communist out of government.
2
Q
Regarding the Truman Doctrine
What was America prepared to do
A
Send money equipment or military force to countries that were threatened by communism.
3
Q
When did Truman sign the ACT into law
A
May 22nd 1947
4
Q
Concerning the Truman Doctrine What was one of the first things the ACT did
A
Granted 400 million in military and economic aid to Turkey and Greece. This was a replacement for British aid, which the British were in no longer able to provide
