Explain why the USA and the Soviet Union did not trust eachother after the war
Explain why the USA and the Soviet Union did not trust each other after WW2 Following the Second World War, a large amount of tensions started to rise between the worlds two greatest super powers, the USSR and the USA. The roots of these tensions were seen to have stretched back to the Russian revolution in 1917 various incidents however took place from 1945 onwards such as the disagreements over Poland and the creation of the Iron curtain which caused suspicion and mistrust between the two super powers and left a mark on their relationship for years to come. The first major tensions caused between the USSR and America was during the First World War when the soviets withdrew from it leaving Britain and France to fight alone. Britain's ally, the USA, which was capitalist, sent soldiers into the USSR to overthrow its new communist government. His attempts to overthrow the communists however failed and the communists remained in power. The USA and France and Britain were now thrown into an instant alliance against the USSR. In 1939 the allies were further enraged by the USSR's agreement with Hitler. Hitler however betrayed the soviets hence now throwing the USSR, Britain and America in a battle to defeat Nazi Germany. By 1945 Germany was defeated and the leaders of the three opposing countries met at a place called Yalta at the black sea to discuss what was now to
the collapse of the war
"The collapse of the war- time alliances" . The Yalta conference was held in February 1945 because by then the three allies had felt confident that Germany was defeated and that it was safe to begin a series of conferences to decide what would happen after the war. 2. The iron curtain was the term used referring to the symbolical, ideological and physical division of Europe into two separate areas by Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union. 3. Soviet Union wanted to control Eastern Europe after 1945 so that they would act as a 'buffer zone' or cushion for any future attack from west and that he could spread communism throughout Europe. 4. At the 1945 Potsdam conference, the future of Germany was discussed by the main powers at the time, Harry S. Truman, Joseph Stalin and Clement Attlee. Germany was split into 4 zones with the Soviet Union, Great Britain, USA and France each getting a piece. Germany was obliged to pay off only 20 billion in German property, current industry products and work force. The Cold war prevented the full payment. 5. The Berlin blockade was the separation of the Soviet zone of Berlin from West Berlin and West Germany on 24th June 1948. Stalin cut of all rain and road links to West Berlin in order to starve Berlin to surrender. During this period of time, special airlifts had been sent with supplies of everything West Berlin needed.
"Kennedy came out of the Cuban Missile Crisis better than Khrushchev"
"Kennedy came out of the Cuban Missile Crisis better than Khrushchev" The Cuban Missile Crisis is regarded as the most serious/ tense time during the Cold War. It was in the period of the thirteen days that the world came close to experiencing the first war, in which nuclear capabilities would possibly be used. In 1959, Fidel Castro a capitalist overthrew, the American backed government of Cuba, lead by Flugencio Batista. This was a considerable blow for the US as they had invested a great deal of money into Cuban business and were on uncertain with Castro. In 1959 - 60 Castro called for aid from the US (Marshall Aid) in order to rebuild Cuba for the average Cuban man. Ike turned him down, and in effect this opened the way for Cuba to become a Communist country. Castro now turned to Russia and COMECON for aid. Khrushchev and Castro decided on an agreement that would see the USSR buy 1,000,000 tones of Cuban sugar a year. This brought the two countries closer together. Now the CIA focused their efforts on assassinating Castro, to stop the rot of Communism. Including various attempts such as an exploding cigar, poison and an attempt to overthrow Castro at the Bay of Pigs, however Castro evaded all American efforts to kill him. In December 1961, Castro announced that he was going to set up a Communist government in Cuba. This was yet again another blow for the
" Individuals do not 'shape' historical events; the best they can do is to respond to opportunities." With reference to one or more individuals you have studied, how far do you support this claim?
" Individuals do not 'shape' historical events; the best they can do is to respond to opportunities." With reference to one or more individuals you have studied, how far do you support this claim? In this essay, my individual is the infamous Che Guevara. I have chosen Che Guevara because he is someone who many of the younger generations of today can relate to. Che Guevara's actions changed the course of history for many people's life's worldwide. However Che Guevara created this opportunity himself, in a way he responded to a situation that meant more to him, than leading an ordinary life, and Che Guevara lived a far from ordinary life. With respect to Che, the Cuban Revolution brought out the characteristics that the radical world came to admire. Che demonstrated his natural ability to take on new tasks and to be an effective leader during battle. During the battle of Sierra Maestra, he organised a workshop of weaponry, tailoring, and shoemaking and the production of bread, beef jerky, cigarettes and cigars as logistical support for the guerrilla campaign. On the battlefield, he led one of the forces that invaded central Cuba, capturing Santa Clara, the decisive victory of the war against the Batista forces of Cuba. Che's keen ability to organise militarily is one characteristic that would lead many people to follow him. The way in which he supported the fighting that was
"Describe and explain where applicable the socio-economic, political and environmental factors that influence the residents in the UK and USA."
Cultural Background Of The USA and UK "Describe and explain where applicable the socio-economic, political and environmental factors that influence the residents in the UK and USA." Introduction When we talk about the UK and USA in general, they are both considered to be very different to each other; this however is not always the case. As an introduction to these countries we will look at them in general, and then draw on key areas that have influence on the residents. Great Britain as it was commonly known as then, was the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the earth's surface. The first half of the 20th century saw the UK's strength seriously depleted in two World Wars. The second half witnessed the dismantling of the Empire and the UK rebuilding itself into a modern and prosperous European nation. As one of five permanent members of the UN Security Council, a founding member of NATO, and of the Commonwealth, the UK pursues a global approach to foreign policy; it currently is weighing the degree of its integration with continental Europe. A member of the EU, it chose to remain outside the European Monetary Union for the time being. Constitutional reform is also a significant issue in
Question 2. Explain why the rest of the World is so interested in the outcome of the Palestine and Israel dispute.
Question 2. Explain why the rest of the World is so interested in the outcome of the Palestine and Israel dispute. This essay will be explaining why the rest of the World is so interested in the outcome of the Palestine and Israel dispute. It will show the effects of religion to create global interest and regional interest and the impact of countries getting involved to create peace. In the religion section it will be showing the effects of the Jews living in the USA and them putting pressure on the US government. It will show Jihad (the holy war), the growing anti-Semitism and the role of Jerusalem in the conflict. For the World Peace section the essay will be showing the possibilities of the escalation e.g. The Gulf War, The Lebanon War, The Nuclear Capabilities of Israel, Iran, and the possibility of Syria with Nuclear weapons and regional peace in Syria and Egypt. Also in the World Peace section it will show the other countries that are trying to make peace at the Annapolis where George Bush visited, and the Donor countries. The first reason I will be talking about in this essay will be religion. The city of Jerusalem, positioned in modern-day Israel, is significant in a number of religious traditions, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, which consider it a Holy city. Jerusalem has been the Holiest city in Judaism and the spiritual homeland of the Jewish people since
Beatles Question 1
Question 1 Source A is a cartoon from a newspaper early in the Beatles career. Source F is part of an Article from a Newspaper. Both sources say the Beatles had an impact on Society. Except A suggests it was positive and F negative. Source A is from the Daily Express in 1963, when the Beatles were starting to become hugely successful. The caption reads 'Gentlemen can't we persuade you to become Conservative candidates- after all you've never had it so good'. The quote is being bigged up. He is trying to say the economy is in a great position; but its not. The message is trying to show that only Labour would be weak enough politically to ask a Pop band to boost popularity. It is poking fun at Labour, because Tories would never stoop as low as they had. Furthermore, that Conservative leaders Lloyd and Sir Douglas would not crawl on the floor to beg the clean cut, suit wearing Beatles. The source does show that the Beatles were musicians and were rich; this is shown with the expensive instruments, clothing, and Rolls Royce which is in the background as they exit the stage door. It is accurate as it shows their fan base of screaming girls. However, it wasn't Tory leaders who begged to get the Beatles on their side; it was in fact Howard Wilson. The source is limited as it doesn't show the Beatles had strong political views or what music they played. For example Tories may
How did the Red scare and McCarthyism become such a dominant force in the USA, in the late 40's and early 50's? Describe the legacy of McCarthy.
After the Second World War, there developed a growing suspicion between USA and The Soviet union. The friendly faces were disappearing, after the development of the first nuclear weapon by USA, USSR, were sure it was to be used against them Meanwhile, the newly elected President of USA, Truman, was beginning to distrust Stalin, leader the USSR. This was the beginning of an era in American history. It affected many thousands of lives, and had a massive impact on American society. The Red scar, as it was also known, McCarthyism was about to begin. This was the fear communism, and it taking over the American government. Being invaded in this way, is fear in any nation, but it was played upon by people such as McCarthy (hence McCarthyism), and increased to an unrealistic scale. Anyone could be suspected of being communist, with no evidence or proof, but would still have his or her life taken apart. The USA and USSR, had emerged as super powers, after WWI, and this was undoubtedly going to lead to some tension, so much tension that it would lead to the Cold war. Stalin was becoming very suspicious of the USA, assuming that they were out to destroy the USSR, their 'rivals'. This suspicion was massively increased after the USA announced that they had created an Atomic bomb, and even more so, in 1945, when they used it against the Japanese in Hiroshima. On the other hand, The USA
Why was there such a major crisis between the superpowers over Cuba in 1962?
Why was there such a major crisis between the superpowers over Cuba in 1962? When Fidel Castro overthrew the Cuban government he nationalised businesses in Cuba. Many of these were American. This angered the USA and provoked them to ban imports of Cuban sugar. As the USA would not buy the produce, Castro turned to the USSR to trade in return for oil and machinery. This made the alliance between Cuba and the USSR stronger. In America, Kennedy had become president. He was America's youngest ever president, making him look weak to international opponents. Kennedy allowed a group of rebels to invade Cuba in 1961. The rebels told the CIA that on arrival at the 'Bay of Pigs' in Cuba, many Cubans would join them but this didn't happen. When they arrived they were outnumbered and within three days were killed or arrested. The failure of this attack made the USA and especially Kennedy look vulnerable causing Khrushchev to believe that he could push Kennedy about. It also made Castro more popular. However, his failure at the Bay of Pigs made Kennedy more determined to stand up against the USSR in the future as he had been humiliated at both the Bay of Pigs and over the Berlin Wall. Now he was prepared to stand up to the USSR even if it meant risking nuclear war! Khruschchev decided that as Kennedy was so weak and could be pushed around he could place missiles on Cuba- just 90 miles
The Cold War-Who was to blame?
* The USA was to blame. The USA could have been to blame, because of the way they handled western Europe. By organising the US, British, and French into one zone, called Tri-Zonia. It could have appeared that, the western countries were ganging up on Stalin. If this were the case then, Stalin would feel the need for protecting the USSR, by closing the possible entries to its territory. So that the USA could not enter Soviet land. This was what caused him to blockade Berlin. When the blockade was in place, the USA defied Stalin's wishes and flew supplies over Eastern Germany, all the way to Berlin. This behaviour was very antagonistic of the USA, and many people would have seen it as an invasion of the USSR's air space and an act of war. Therefore the USA committed the first act of war. The USA was also at fault, for the reason that they discovered that atom bomb first. This escalated the cold war, and made the USSR feel very insecure. The development of such weapons, could be seen as the USA was trying to antagonise the USSR, or put them down. * The USSR was to blame. The USSR could have been at fault, because of the way that they reacted to the USA's boosting of western Germany's economy. The USA did act in an inappropriate way, or in a way which could have been considered a threat, to Stalin, and the USSR. Stalin decided that capitalism was, "showing off", too much in