Truman Doctrine (jan 1, 1947 – jan 1, 1952)
Description:
Cause:1. weakness of Europe by WWII
2. fear of increase of Soviet and communist power in both America and Europe
Effect:
1. become basis of American Cold War policy
2. shifted American foreign policy toward Soviet Union from anti-fascist to anti-communism
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1947
jan 1, 1952
~ 5 years