UNIT 8

What is the Cold War?

A time period of increased tension between the United States and the Soviet Union.

What caused the tension between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War?

Differing Political Beliefs, specifically Communism vs Democracy and different views on how World War II should end.

What does the United States believe regarding Germany post-WWII?

The United States wants to help Germany rebuild but severely punish them, believing that a growing economy means world peace.

What do the Soviets believe regarding Germany post-WWII?

The Soviet Union wants to limit how Germany rebuilds to keep them weak, believing that strong borders mean world peace.

What was the Yalta Conference?

A meeting between Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin to discuss the Post-War world and decide the fate of Germany and Japan after WWII.

What was one major resolution regarding Poland from the Yalta Conference?

Poland’s government will be set up with the help of the Soviets, as a compromise between the U.S. and Soviet interests.

What was the Declaration of Freedom resolution from the Yalta Conference?

A document stating that German leaders have no influence outside of Germany; the U.S. and Soviet Union will set up governments with Democratic elements.

How was Germany divided according to the Yalta Conference resolutions?

Germany was divided into four zones controlled by the Soviet Union, Britain, the United States, and France, with all four countries overseeing Berlin.

Why did tensions increase after the Yalta Conference?

Time passed and the Soviet Union acted in its self-interest, violating agreements and leading to increased U.S. intervention in Europe.

What were Satellite Nations in the context of the Cold War?

Countries not directly controlled by the Soviet Union but under heavy Soviet influence, like Ukraine.