The Candid Test On The Berlin Blockade

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1. How did Truman get supplies into West Berlin ?

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Truman airlifted supplies into West Berlin to prevent the population from starving. This was done as a response to the Soviet Union's blockade of West Berlin, which cut off all land and water routes into the city. The airlift, known as the Berlin Airlift, lasted from 1948 to 1949 and involved planes flying in food, fuel, and other essential items to sustain the people of West Berlin. This humanitarian effort was crucial in ensuring the survival and well-being of the population during the blockade.

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As Stalin was taking over Eastern Europe there was a blockade In Berlin Germany which marked the first major international crisis of the cold war. Take up the candid test on the Berlin blockage of 1948, which left those in western Berlin without food, clothing or medical supplies and see... see morehow well you know the story. see less

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2. What was the result of the Berlin Blockade ?

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The result of the Berlin Blockade was that Stalin eventually ended the blockade and allowed supplies to flow back into West Berlin. This decision was a significant turning point in the Cold War as it demonstrated the failure of the Soviet Union's attempt to isolate West Berlin and solidified the division between East and West Germany.

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3. Who divided Germany between them ?

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France, USSR, UK, and USA divided Germany between them. These four countries were the major powers involved in the post-World War II partitioning of Germany. The division occurred after Germany's surrender in 1945, with each country taking control over specific regions. France, the USSR, the UK, and the USA each occupied different zones in Germany, with the intention of demilitarizing and reconstructing the country. This division eventually led to the formation of East Germany (controlled by the USSR) and West Germany (controlled by the other three countries) until reunification in 1990.

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4. What happened to Berlin ?

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Berlin was split into four zones, with the USSR, USA, UK, and France each taking control of a portion. This division occurred after World War II as part of the agreements made between the Allied powers. The purpose of this division was to ensure that no single country had complete control over the city and to maintain a balance of power. Each zone was governed separately, leading to the development of distinct political, economic, and social systems within each sector of Berlin.

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5. Hpw long did the Berlin Blockade last for ?

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The Berlin Blockade lasted for 318 days. This means that for almost a year, from June 1948 to May 1949, the Soviet Union blocked all land and water access to West Berlin in an attempt to gain control over the city. During this time, the Western Allies organized the Berlin Airlift to supply the people of West Berlin with food, fuel, and other necessities, effectively countering the blockade. The blockade ended when the Soviet Union lifted the restrictions, allowing access to West Berlin once again.

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6. Who was in control of West Germany ?

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After World War II, West Germany was divided into four occupation zones controlled by the Allied powers - Britain, France, America, and the USSR. However, the answer provided is incorrect as it only mentions Britain, France, and America.

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7. Who made the decision to drop the atom bombs on Japan?

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Harry S Truman made the decision to drop the atom bombs on Japan. As the President of the United States during World War II, Truman was faced with the difficult choice of ending the war quickly and saving American lives or continuing with a costly and prolonged invasion of Japan. Ultimately, Truman authorized the use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945, leading to Japan's surrender and the end of the war.

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8. Why did Stalin stop supplies getting into West Berlin ( controlled by France, USA and UK ) ?

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Stalin stopped supplies getting into West Berlin because both of the above reasons were true. He didn't like the fact that the three Western powers united their zones into West Germany, as it posed a threat to the USSR. By controlling the capital, Stalin could ensure Germany remained weak and prevent any future attacks on the Soviet Union.

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9. Why did the USA drop the atom bombs on Japan?

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The USA dropped the atom bombs on Japan for multiple reasons. Firstly, Japan refused to surrender, and the bombs were seen as a way to force them to do so. Additionally, the bombings were intended to end the War in the Pacific, bringing a swift conclusion to the conflict. Lastly, the decision was made to save American lives that would have been lost in a land invasion of Japan. Therefore, all of the given reasons played a role in the USA's decision to drop the atom bombs.

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How did Truman get supplies into West Berlin ?
What was the result of the Berlin Blockade ?
Who divided Germany between them ?
What happened to Berlin ?
Hpw long did the Berlin Blockade last for ?
Who was in control of West Germany ?
Who made the decision to drop the atom bombs on Japan?
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