Sunday, March 16, 2008

MWH4.2.1 Cold War

Essential Question: How stable was the post-WWII World?

  • Review:
    • How did WWII end in Europe & the Pacific?
  • Understanding Goals:
    • What were the outcomes of the Yalta & Potsdam Conferences?
      • Germany: Division, Demilitarisation & Denazification
      • Eastern Europe: Political Systems, Geographical Boundaries & Displaced People
      • International Relations: Founding of the United Nations & Ending the Pacific War
    • How far did the post-war conferences bring about a peace settlement?
      • Germany: Disagreements over the economic policies
      • Eastern Europe: Disagreements over the political systems
      • International Relations: Disagreements over military involvement