a. Effects of the Second World War in Europe
At the end of the war, much of Europe lay in ruins; the war had also taken a huge toll in both military and civilian lives. Millions were also displaced through the actions of Hitler and Stalin. Guiding questions: What were the immediate effects of the war in Europe? Why did the USA and the USSR become the key players in Europe? Why did a Cold War develop in Europe? What was the situation in Europe by 1949? What were...