Question

Identify and discuss at least three methods the US used to counteract the influences of the Soviet Union. Explain the situation at the beginning of the Cold War and why the Soviet Union was a problem (mention communism, Stalin and/or post-war society)

Answer 1

Among the methods and policies that were implemented by the United States in order to limit the sphere of influence of the Soviet Union across other countries were the Truman Doctrine and the Marshall Plan. The Truman Doctrine states that the United States must fund those nations fighting against communism while the Marshall Plan grants financial aid for the rebuilding of countries after the world war.