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The Truman Doctrine, announced in 1947 by President Harry S. Truman, was a pivotal policy during the early Cold War. Key points include:
- Containment Strategy: Aimed to contain the spread of communism by providing political, military, and economic assistance to countries threatened by Soviet influence or communist insurgencies.
- Immediate Context: Prompted by crises in Greece and Turkey, where communist movements were gaining ground, and there was a perceived threat of Soviet expansion.
- Support to Allies: Provided $400 million in aid to Greece and Turkey, strengthening their governments and military to counter communist pressures.
- Global Impact: Marked the start of the U.S. policy of active intervention in global conflicts to oppose communism, shaping Cold War dynamics and influencing U.S. foreign policy for decades.
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