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Provided greater oppourunities to returning war veterans (also known as the Serviceman's Readjustment Act)
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It set the framework for a global economy in the postwar era by setting up an International Monetary Fund, a World Bank, and general agreements on tariffs and trade.
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Creation of a wall which divided Europe into two areas (communist Soviet Union and other freed parts of Europe).
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V-J Day. The US ended war in Japan.
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It provided aid (economically and militaristically) to "free people" of Greece and Turkey (part of containment).
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A pro-business act, vetoed by Truman, but overrode by Congress.
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Monetary Aid to Europeans to resist communism ($17 million).
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The Soviets cut off Berlin and in return Truman ordered a Berlin airlift for assistance.
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There was a fear of disloyalty and communist influence. A "zeal for democracy", and McCarthysim were two large components.
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This made it illegal to show support for a totalitarian government.
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North Korea invaded South Korea. Truman was alarmed and sent aid to South Korea.
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Japan surrendered its claims to Korea and their Pacific islands. Japan became an ally of the US.
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The election showed the issues of the government with problems surrounding Korea. Republican war hero Dwight D. Eisenhower won the election.
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The war ended in stalemate with and armistice dividing Korea into two parts (along the 38th parallel).
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A military alliance supporting the defense of communism.
