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Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe is the eastern half of the European continent which had been aligned with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. It is made up primarily of Slavic Countries, Hungary, and the Baltic States. The post-Soviet transition for democracy has been successful in some Eastern European States, but more difficult in those closer to Russia.
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Why didn't the western allies after World War 2 kick Stalin out of east Europe?
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.
What eastern European capital was the last city to be liberated in World War 2?
Prague. In Bohemia, fighting continued beyond the date of the German surrender.
The agreement between several communist countries to form an alliance was the .?
The Warsaw Pact was the largest of several alliances of Communist countries.
How did the collapse of the Soviet Union and Communism impact eastern Europe?
In different ways. Hungary, Poland, Esotonia, Czechoslovakia (now the "Czech Republic") and others were able to adapt to a free-market economy, and have prospered since.
Unfortunately, this did not happen in all former Communist Bloc nations. Yugoslavia and the surrounding areas erupted into violent ethnic/religious warfare that lasted about a decade, virtually destroyed the region, and resulted in the Serbs, Croatians, Kosovars and Macedonians forming their own separatist states and treaties.
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Name 6 eastern European countries that used to be communist?
Romania, Czechoslovakia, Bulgaria, East Germany, Hungary,
Where did many of the Jews who moved to east Europe come?
Many came from western Europe, from when they were expelled during the inquisition.
Why were the Balkans considered a hot-spot in the Ottoman Empire?
The Balkans had numerous different ethnic groups that were inspired by the waves of romanticism and nationalism at the beginning of the 19th century. This led to numerous revolts across the Balkans, from Romania to Bulgaria to Greece and throughout Yugoslavia, all of which were Ottoman territories. The Ottomans proved both socially and militarily incapable or restraining these revolts.
Which eastern European nations overthrew communist government in 1989?
There can be no such thing as a Communist government, as Communism does away with governments, classes and money. The societies in eastern Europe were state capitalist.
Soviet Union wanted to control Eastern European countries?
Yes. They wanted to expand the territory controlled by communisim and have a barrier between the USSR and Western Europe, after Hitler's invasion.
What was not an Eastern European nation under Communist control?
Italy, Spain, France, West Germany, and the United Kingdom were all major nations who were not Eastern European countries and not under communist control.
Explain how peasants became serfs in east Europe?
The peasants of Russia and Eastern Europe more or less became serfs because they were forced into it. The nobles divided up the land and the people living on it because the serf for that feudal lord. They really didn't have a choice.
Is Sweden in Western or Eastern Europe?
Sweden, along with the other Scandinavian countries, are a part of Western Europe.
How did glasnost affect eastern Europe?
Glasnost allowed Western ideas and practices to reach eastern Europe, which meant the decline of Soviet influence and the eventual breakup of the Russian-dominated union.
Glasnost allowed Western ideas and practices to reach eastern Europe, which meant the decline of Soviet influence and the eventual breakup of the Russian-dominated union.
It ended Communism in many countries. -Apex
Why is Ukraine situated in eastern Europe between russia and Poland?
The Ukraine was a country that formed for nationalistic reasons, like most European nations. Ukrainians are native to the area in what is now the Ukraine, which is why the Ukraine is settled here.
What is the difference between the Soviet Union and the soviet bloc?
The Soviet Union was the nation called the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (the USSR) that had consisted of about 15 separate nation states such as Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Belorussia, Ukraine and others. It was a single nation.
The Soviet bloc was a group of nations who allied themselves with the Soviet Union because their political nature was similar to that of the Soviet Union. Such nations were Bulgaria, East Germany, Czechoslovakia and others. It was not a single nation but a group of individual nations.
The United States made the CIA and sent a bunch of soldiers to reinforce the borders. The CIA killed KGB agents and the military stopped an invasion.
What are non slavic regions in eastern Europe?
The non-Slavic countries of Eastern Europe include Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Romania, Hungary, Albania, Turkey, Cyprus, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Kazakhstan.
What did the eastern part of the empire become in the 5th century?
The eastern part of the Roman Empire became what remained the Roman Empire after the fall of the western part of this empire in the 5th century. Historians use the term Byzantine empire to indicate the eastern part after the fall of the western part. However, the people in question did not know this term, called their empire Roman Empire and considered it to be the Roman Empire.
Why would such economic diversity be beneficial in western Europe?
Economic diversity in Western Europe can enhance resilience by reducing dependence on any single industry, which can help mitigate the impacts of economic downturns. It fosters innovation and competitiveness, as varied sectors can drive collaboration and knowledge sharing. Additionally, a diverse economy can lead to more job opportunities and improved living standards, as different industries often cater to varying skill sets and consumer needs. Overall, this diversity contributes to a more stable and dynamic economic environment.
