1 maio 1960 ano - May 1960
Descrição:
When prerparing for the Four Power SUmmit Khrushchev learnt that the USSR had shot down a U-2 plane. The pilot - Gary Powers, parachuted to safety but was arrested. SOviets accused USA of spying. USA first denied it was a spying mission then later did. Eisenhowler refused to apologise and led to Khrushchev not attending the summit and therefore worsening relations.
Adicionado na linha do tempo:
U-2 crisis and Paris Peace Summit
Actions by USA on top, USSR on the bottom.
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