Notes
Czechoslovakia, 1948
- A Soviet led Czechoslovakian Communist party took over power in 1948
- Use of force (Jan Masaryk was killed)
- Supported militarily and economically by the USSR
- Was seen as a major threat to spread of Communism in Europe
Summary
In 1949, the USA stopped aiding Czechoslovakia because it was now led by a communist party in 1948. They used force to imply communism; as a result, Jan Masaryk was killed. As well, the USSR supported them militarily and economically through these times.
Quote
"Secrecy and a free, democratic government don’t mix." - Harry S Truman
subjunctive question
Could of the spread of communism been shortened if it wasn't for Czechoslovakia becoming a communist country in 1948?