Cold War; Early years.

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What ideology did America believe in?

Back

Capitalism

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What ideology did the USSR believe in?

Back

Communism

Front

Give 3 features of Capitalism

Back

1)Freedom eg. Speech to vote. 2)Business and property are privately owned. 3)Democracy.

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Who were the Axis powers?

Back

Japan, Germany and Italy.

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Which countries signed the Grand Alliance in 1941?

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USA, USSR and Britain

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Who were the Big Three?

Back

The leaders of Britain, France and the USA.

Front

Why was Tehran chosen for the first meeting of the Big Three?

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It was neutral and safe from enemy attack.

Front

What four main things were agreed at the Conference?

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1) A Second front would be created. US and British Empire forces would invade France in the Summer of 1944. 2) The USSR would enter the war against Japan as soon as Germany was defeated. 3) Parts of Eastern Poland would be given to the USSR. 4) The United Nations would be set up after the war to help solve international disputes and promote humanitarian causes.

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When was the Yalta Conference held?

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February 1945

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What four things were agreed at the Yalta Conference?

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1) The USSR would enter the war against Japan. 2) Germany would be divided into four zones. 3) Eastern Europe should be seen as a "Soviet sphere of influence." 4) They all agreed to join the United Nations.