What were the consequences of the Berlin Blockade? Flashcards
1
Q
Who wanted Germany?
A
Stalin
2
Q
Causes of the Berlin Blockade
A
- Stalin was afraid the USA was going to rebuild Germany as an ally against the USSR.
- He wanted the western allies to back down.
3
Q
What did USA, Britain and France do with their zones?
A
They joined the zones to form Trizonia
4
Q
When?
A
24 June 1948 – 12 May 1949
5
Q
What did the USA when the USSR closed roads, railways and banned flying?
What was this known as?
A
- Flew food and fuel to the western side.
- Berlin Airlift
6
Q
When was the ban lifted?
A
1949
7
Q
What happened to Germany when the ban was lifted?
A
It was divided into 2 countries.
8
Q
What was the currency in Trizonia(West Germany)?
A
Deutschemark
