History Unit 10 Flashcards

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What were the Neutrality Acts intended to do?

Limit U.S. involvement in future wars (correct)

Strengthen alliances with the Allies

Encourage international trade

Increase U.S. military presence abroad

What was the purpose of the Atlantic Charter?

To define the Allied goals for the post-war world.

What was the Truman Doctrine?

An American foreign policy to counter Soviet geopolitical expansion.

Which term describes a foreign policy that limits international involvement?

Isolationism Signup and view all the answers

What was the Good Neighbor Policy?

The foreign policy of the U.S. towards Latin America under President Franklin Roosevelt. Signup and view all the answers

What does cash-and-carry refer to in the context of U.S. foreign policy?

A policy allowing nations at war to purchase goods from the U.S. only if they paid in cash and transported them themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Washington Naval Conference?

To discuss arms control and naval disarmament Signup and view all the answers

What event does the Pearl Harbor attack refer to?

A surprise military strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy against the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor. Signup and view all the answers

What was D-Day/Operation Overlord?

The Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Joseph McCarthy?

An American politician known for his role in anti-communist actions during the Cold War. Signup and view all the answers

What role did George C. Marshall play in U.S. history?

He was Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army and served as Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense. Signup and view all the answers

What was Alger Hiss accused of?

Being a Soviet spy. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Joseph Stalin?

The leader of the Soviet Union from the mid-1920s until 1953. Signup and view all the answers

Who were Julius and Ethel Rosenberg?

U.S. citizens who spied for the Soviet Union and were executed. Signup and view all the answers

What were War Relocation Camps?

Camps where Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated during World War II. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of Midway?

It was a decisive naval battle in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Neutrality Acts

Laws enacted in 1935, 1936, 1937, and 1939 aimed at limiting U.S. involvement in future wars.
Originated from public disillusionment with World War I, believing U.S. entry was due to loans and trade with Allies.

Atlantic Charter

Issued on August 14, 1941, as a significant policy statement during World War II.
Established Allied goals for the post-war world, outlining principles for peace and cooperation.

Truman Doctrine

Announced by President Harry S. Truman on March 12, 1947, as a foreign policy initiative.
Aimed to counter Soviet expansion during the Cold War by containing threats, particularly to Greece and Turkey.

Isolationism

A foreign policy approach advocating minimal involvement in international affairs.
Motivated by the desire to avoid involvement in conflicts and reassess international commitments, such as trade agreements.

Good Neighbor Policy

Aimed at fostering positive relations between the U.S. and Latin America under President Franklin Roosevelt.
Promoted reciprocal exchanges and emphasized a non-interventionist stance in Latin American affairs.

Cash-and-Carry

Refers to a system established during World War II allowing countries to purchase goods from the U.S. if they paid in cash and transported them on their own ships.

Washington Naval Conference

First arms control conference held in the U.S., attended by nine nations, including the U.S., Japan, and Britain.
Focused on naval disarmament and Pacific interests; omitted Soviet Russia from participation.

Pearl Harbor Attack

A surprise military strike by Imperial Japan on December 7, 1941, targeting the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Led to the U.S. officially entering World War II following the attack.

D-Day/Operation Overlord

Major Allied invasion of German-occupied France on June 6, 1944, involving extensive planning for troop deployment and coordination.
Increased scale aimed to capture strategic ports swiftly, particularly Cherbourg.

Joseph McCarthy

U.S. Senator from Wisconsin from 1947 until his death in 1957, known for anti-communist activities.
Rose to prominence during the Red Scare, promoting allegations of communist infiltration in the U.S. government.

George C. Marshall

Prominent American statesman and military leader, serving as Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army and later as Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense under Truman.
Key figure in post-war European recovery through the Marshall Plan.

Alger Hiss

Accused of being a Soviet spy and convicted of perjury in 1950, creating significant controversy during the Cold War.
His case exemplified the U.S. government's tension with alleged communist infiltrators.

Joseph Stalin

Soviet revolutionary leader who governed, holding significant power as General Secretary from the mid-1920s until his death in 1953.
Known for implementing extensive political and economic changes in the Soviet Union and influencing global communist movements.

Julius & Ethel Rosenberg

Married couple executed for espionage, accused of passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union.
Their trial and execution heightened fears of Soviet espionage during the Cold War.

War Relocation Camps

Over 110,000 Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and interned during World War II due to fears of espionage and sabotage.
Most internees were from the Pacific Coast and faced significant loss of property and civil liberties.

Battle of Midway

A critical naval battle in the Pacific Theater from June 4 to 7, 1942, recognized for its strategic significance.
The battle marked a turning point in the war, with U.S. forces decisively defeating the Japanese fleet.

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Explore key terms and definitions from History Unit 10, including concepts like the Neutrality Acts and the Atlantic Charter. This quiz is designed to help you review important historical policies and their implications. Test your knowledge and enhance your understanding of U.S. involvement in global affairs.