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Why were the soviets halting all food supplies that were being sent by other countries?
Soviet authorities halted all food shipments at the border. It was the official policy of the Soviet Union to deny the existence of a famine and thus to refuse any outside assistance. Anyone claiming that there was in fact a famine was accused of spreading anti-Soviet Propaganda. Inside the Soviet Union, a person could be arrested for even using the word 'famine' or 'hunger' or 'starvation' in a sentence.
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How did Soviet Union use the Warsaw Pact?
The soviets used the Warsaw Pact to improve appearance's so that it would appear decisions were being made by more then one country, that there was cohesiveness among Eastern European countries that the Soviets had legitimate reasons for their presence in those countries.
What is the estimated death toll of Stalin's rule?
There are continuous disputes over the exact death toll, nevertheless historians are certain that it is from 5- 70 million (among being Soviets themselves, Ukrainians, Poles, and other countries of Eastern Europe).
What was the allies about in World War 2?
The Allies, being the Soviets, the british, and the U.S mainly were a focused on defeating Germany & japan
Where was the Truman Doctrine signed?
The Truman Doctrine gave $400 million to Greece and Turkey to prevent them from being overrun by the Communists/Soviets. This was necessary because the British had to stop supporting Greece after the war (Britain's wealth had been diminished 25% y the war). It also gave military aid to the two countries.
Tons of supplies were sent to prevent their submission to the Soviet Union?
{| |- | The supplies were sent to Berlin. The East Berliners were being starved out. The US airlifted tons of supplies of food and coal to the city. It allowed a political solution to be worked out. |}
Why were the Soviets halting all food supplies that were being sent by the other countries at the border?
Soviet authorities halted all food shipments at the border. It was the official policy of the Soviet Union to deny the existence of a famine and thus to refuse any outside assistance. Anyone claiming that there was in fact a famine was accused of spreading anti-Soviet Propaganda. Inside the Soviet Union, a person could be arrested for even using the word 'famine' or 'hunger' or 'starvation' in a sentence.
How did Soviet Union use the Warsaw Pact?
The soviets used the Warsaw Pact to improve appearance's so that it would appear decisions were being made by more then one country, that there was cohesiveness among Eastern European countries that the Soviets had legitimate reasons for their presence in those countries.
How did the US respond to the spread of comminism?
The US responded by offering the Marshall aid this was resources for countries that were under the threat of being invaded by the soviets, by doing this they would be "containing" communism
When was NORAD formed?
1958, with the directorate being established in 1961.
What was the impact of the first satellite being launched?
It made US create NASA to compete with the Soviets.
What is the estimated death toll of Stalin's rule?
There are continuous disputes over the exact death toll, nevertheless historians are certain that it is from 5- 70 million (among being Soviets themselves, Ukrainians, Poles, and other countries of Eastern Europe).
What is the meaning of consumable supplies?
The meaning of consumable supplies is supplies that are used without being returned after the stores issued it. It also describes supplies that are combined with other supplies but lose all recognition.
Is there any descendent of Hitler?
no. Hitler commited to suicide for the cause of being afraid of being captured by the soviets, and he also poisoned his wife and children with him :(
What was the allies about in World War 2?
The Allies, being the Soviets, the british, and the U.S mainly were a focused on defeating Germany & japan
How might being landlocked affect the economy?
they wouldn't have supplies to trade.
What was recycled in World War 2 and why?
Almost everything that could be recycled was recycled. a famous phrase was "Turn you old pots and pans into Spitfires!". Recycling was necessary because not a lot of supplies where making it to England and other countries from overseas and only vital supplies were risked to cross the seas with the danger of being attacked by a German U-Boat.
Why did it appear President Reagan was being contradictory when he increased defense spending so much?
He was trying to get the Soviets to agree to reduce nuclear arsenals.
