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Should not forget that Russia was on the Allied side and in fact lost millions of people during WWII. The mapping out of post WWII Europe was generally agreed upon by the three western allies, the USA, British & French and the Russians. Unfortunately the level to which Stalin was determined to bring most of Eastern Europe under the Iron rule control of Communist Russia was not evident to the allied powers in 1945. Although Winston Churchill was very distrustful of Russian intent, Franklin Roosevelt was more trusting of Russian promises to allow democratic governments in the post war period and Roosevelt to a major extent held the major power of decision of the three western allies. Winston Churchill coined the term "IRON Curtain" in a speech in the early 1950's. Sadly as history shows Winston Churchill was correct and the Russians did not keep their promises and eastern Europe had to suffer the horrors of total communism until 1989. Europe was absolutely devastated by WWII, so there was really just no way the European countries could or wanted to fight another major war. Even when it became obvious that Russia was forcing a communist regime on Eastern Europe, by this time Russia had become very strong militarily and also by the late 1949 a nuclear power as well. The encapsulation of the European countries as a buffer around Russia was considered an absolute necessity by Russia. Any thought of real war to push them out of Eastern Europe even if it was US led was really out of the question, hence all the Western powers could do was a containment of communism known as the COLD War. This COLD WAR provided the basis for the formation of NATO on the western side and the Warsaw Pact countries on the communist side.
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World war two in Europe campaign?
The western allies on the western front, and the Soviets on the Russian Front.
What was the major objective of the Western Allies following World War 2?
They wanted to defeat Europe by invasion.
What agreements were made at the Yalta Conference?
The Yalta Conference determined the partition of Europe at the end of World War II. Russia received eastern Europe and the Allies got the western part.
Who led the us forces on the western front in world war 2?
Eisenhower was the Supreme Allied Commander for the western allies. Stalin took care of the main front; the Russian Front.
What are some important ways that Eastern Europe is different from Western Europe?
Western Europe has been involved in more foreign affairs than Eastern Europe. As well, during the second World War, Eastern Europe was mostly Axis, while Western Europe was mostly Allies.
Why did Joseph Stalin surrender?
If You are referring to the Soviet struggle in World War 2, then the answer is that Stalin did not surrender.The Soviet Union, together with her western allies - won the war.
World war two in Europe campaign?
The western allies on the western front, and the Soviets on the Russian Front.
Why did Stalin believe a second front was delayed?
Stalin believed that the delay in opening a second front in Europe during World War II was primarily due to the Western Allies' reluctance to engage fully against Nazi Germany. He suspected that the Allies, particularly the United States and Britain, were intentionally prolonging the conflict to weaken the Soviet Union and reduce its influence in post-war Europe. This perception fueled distrust between the Soviet Union and the Western powers and highlighted the differing strategic priorities among the Allies.
What was the major objective of the Western Allies following World War 2?
They wanted to defeat Europe by invasion.
What agreements were made at the Yalta Conference?
The Yalta Conference determined the partition of Europe at the end of World War II. Russia received eastern Europe and the Allies got the western part.
Why was Stalin upset with the western allies decision to focus on North Africa?
Stalin was upset with the Western Allies' decision to focus on North Africa during World War II because he believed it delayed the opening of a second front in Europe, which he felt was crucial to relieve pressure on the Soviet Union fighting against Nazi Germany. He feared that by prioritizing North Africa, the Allies were allowing German forces to regroup and strengthen their position on the Eastern Front. Stalin's frustration was compounded by the heavy toll the Soviet Union was suffering in terms of casualties and resources. He wanted immediate action to support the Soviet efforts and weaken German forces directly in Europe.
Who led the us forces on the western front in world war 2?
Eisenhower was the Supreme Allied Commander for the western allies. Stalin took care of the main front; the Russian Front.
What are some important ways that Eastern Europe is different from Western Europe?
Western Europe has been involved in more foreign affairs than Eastern Europe. As well, during the second World War, Eastern Europe was mostly Axis, while Western Europe was mostly Allies.
What are some important ways that eastern Europe different from western Europe?
Western Europe has been involved in more foreign affairs than Eastern Europe. As well, during the second World War, Eastern Europe was mostly Axis, while Western Europe was mostly Allies.
Which side was Stalin on?
He was with The Allies in World War 2.
What does the World War 2 honor?
it honors war crimes by the allies, bombing of hamburg, dresden, hiroshima and nagasaki, cowardness of the western allies who relied on russian menpower, led by stalin,, to defeat hitler.
Where was the decision to invade Europe and France in World War 2 made?
In November, 1943, Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt met together in Tehran, Iran, to discuss military strategy in the fight against Germany. After lengthy discussions it was agreed that the Allies would mount a major offensive in Western Europe in the spring of 1944.
