America as a World Power
Grace Lewis
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers key Cold War events focusing on the Middle East and the Space Race. Topics include US-Israel relations, the Suez Canal Crisis, the Eisenhower Doctrine, OPEC's formation, the military-industrial complex, Sputnik and the Space Race, the Camp David Accords, and the Iran Hostage Crisis. It also provides practice questions and exam strategies.
#Cold War Conflicts and Triumphs: A Last-Minute APUSH Review 🚀
Hey there, future AP US History master! Let's dive into the key events of the Cold War era, focusing on the Middle East and the Space Race. This guide is designed to be your quick, go-to resource for exam success. Let's make sure you're feeling confident and ready to ace this thing!
#US-Israel Relations: Navigating a Complex Landscape 🌍
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The Balancing Act: The U.S. aimed to maintain good relations with both oil-rich Arab states and the newly formed state of Israel (1948).
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Suez Canal Crisis (1956):
- Egypt's Gamal Nasser nationalized the British and French-owned Suez Canal after the U.S. denied funding for the Aswan Dam.
- Britain, France, and Israel launched a surprise attack, which the U.S. opposed.
- Eisenhower, furious at being kept in the dark, sponsored a UN resolution condemning the invasion.
- Invading forces withdrew under pressure from the U.S. and global opinion.
The Suez Canal is a vital shipping route connecting the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, making it a key point of contention in the Middle East.
#Eisenhower Doctrine: Containing Communism in the Middle East 🛡️
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1957 Announcement: The U.S. pledged economic and military aid to any Middle Eastern country threatened by communism.
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Application: Eisenhower sent 14,000 marines to Lebanon to prevent a civil war between Christians and Muslims.
The Eisenhower Doctrine was a key part of the U.S. strategy to contain the spread of communism during the Cold War. It extended the Truman Doctrine's principles to the Middle East.
#OPEC: The Rise of Oil Power 🛢️
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Formation (1960): Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iraq, Iran, and Venezuela formed the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).
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Objective: To coordinate petroleum policies, stabilize oil markets, and ensure a steady income for producers.
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Current Members: Algeria, Angola, Gabon, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela, and Ecuador.
OPEC's con...
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