17 Questions
Why did the American and British officials start the Berlin airlift?
To fly food and supplies into West Berlin to break the blockade
How long did the planes operate during the Berlin airlift?
24 hours a day for 227 days
What was the total amount of supplies brought in during the Berlin Airlift?
2.3 million tons
What was the outcome of the Berlin Blockade on the Soviet Union's prestige?
It caused Soviet prestige to drop
Which new nation was created in Western Germany after the blockade was lifted?
The Federal Republic of Germany
What prompted the formation of NATO in 1949?
The fear of Soviet aggression following the Berlin Blockade
What did NATO members pledge to one another?
Military support in case of an attack on any member
How much did Congress authorize to help restore European military power after NATO was formed?
$1 billion
When did Greece and Turkey join NATO?
1952
What was significant about the U.S. entering into a military alliance with other nations during peacetime?
'U.S. isolationism is over' announcement was made
What was the purpose of the Berlin airlift?
To deliver food and supplies to West Berlin during a blockade.
Which country was NOT among the founding members of NATO in 1949?
Sweden
What did the United States pledge to do after signing the North Atlantic Treaty?
Rebuild the defense capabilities of Western European nations.
How long did the Berlin airlift operation last?
327 days
What prompted the creation of NATO in 1949?
Fear of Soviet aggression
Which city was included in West Germany when it officially became a new nation?
Berlin
How many Western European nations joined NATO in 1949?
12
Test your knowledge on the American and Soviet uses of force in different regions during the Cold War era. Learn about the concept of containment and its impact on foreign policy decisions.
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