The end of world war 2 (1945)

1945

Big Three

The leaders of the victorious countries in World War II, namely Franklin Roosevelt (USA), Winston Churchill (Britain), and Joseph Stalin (Soviet Union).

Tehran Conference

The first meeting of the Big Three held in 1943 to discuss wartime strategy and post-war arrangements.

Yalta Conference

The second meeting of the Big Three in February 1945, where agreements were reached despite ongoing fighting.

Post-War Tensions

The growing distrust and conflict between the USA and the Soviet Union that emerged during and after World War II.

D-Day

The Allied invasion of Western Europe on June 6, 1944, which was delayed and caused concern for Stalin.

Soviet Casualties

The estimated 20-25 million military and civilian casualties suffered by the Soviet Union during World War II.

Atomic Bomb

A powerful weapon developed during the war, with two bombs dropped on Japan in August 1945, leading to significant casualties.

Potsdam Conference

The third major conference held in July 1945 to discuss post-war territorial organization in Europe.

Eastern Europe Occupation

The control of Eastern European countries by Soviet troops after World War II, leading to the establishment of communist governments.

Truman's Presidency

Harry Truman replaced Franklin Roosevelt as President of the USA during the final stages of World War II.

Soviet Isolation

The USSR's return to isolation after the defeat of Japan, as the common enemy was removed.

Communist Governments

The establishment of communist regimes in Eastern European countries under Soviet influence after the war.

Independent Communism

The formation of communist governments in Yugoslavia and Albania that were not under Soviet control.