Lend-Lease Act Celebrates Two Years Of Support For Russia And Other Allied Nations

The video discusses the Lend Lease program, highlighting its renewal by President Roosevelt and the celebration by Vice President Wallace and Russian Ambassador Litvinoff. It emphasizes the significant impact of Lend Lease on the Soviet Union, with Litvinoff acknowledging the aid's importance. The program provided nearly $10 billion in aid, contributing to military successes and economic benefits. Vice President Wallace concludes that Lend Lease and reciprocal aid are crucial for defeating the Axis powers.

What event did Vice President Wallace and Russian Ambassador Litvinoff celebrate with milk?

• The beginning of the Cold War

• The end of World War II

• The renewal of the Lend Lease bill

• The signing of a peace treaty

How did Litvinoff describe the Lend Lease aid?

• As unnecessary

• As an enormous help

• As a minor contribution

• As a temporary measure

What was the perceived benefit of the Lend Lease investment according to the transcript?

• It had no impact on the war

• It provided better dividends than expected

• It was a financial burden

• It was a waste of resources

Approximately how much aid was supplied through Lend Lease over two years?

• $20 billion

• $10 billion

• $5 billion

• $15 billion

What was the ultimate goal of the Lend Lease and reciprocal aid according to Vice President Wallace?

• To establish a new world order

• To promote global peace

• To ensure the defeat of the Axis powers

• To strengthen economic ties