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The spread of communism outside Europe and its effects on international relations

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Topics in The spread of communism outside Europe and its effects on international relations

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1. Spread of communism in Asia

  • The first communist state was set up in Russia in 1917.
  • The Chinese Communist Party was formed in 1921, encouraged by the Russian Revolution.
  • At first, the Chinese Communist Party cooperated with the Kuomintang, but later civil war developed between them.
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2. Cuba and the spread of revolution

  • Cuba had long-standing American influence in its economy and politics.
  • Fulgencio Batista seized power in a military coup in 1952 and ruled as a dictator.
  • Fidel Castro overthrew Batista on 1 January 1959.
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3. Vietnam and American intervention

  • Ho Chi Minh led the League for Vietnamese Independence, also called the Vietminh.
  • Vietnam declared independence in 1945.
  • The French defeated by the Vietminh left Vietnam in 1954 after Dien Bien Phu.
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4. Chile and democratic Marxism

  • Chile had a strong tradition of democracy compared with most South American states.
  • Salvador Allende was a Marxist doctor and leader of the Unidad Popular coalition.
  • In September 1970, Allende won 36 per cent of the vote against 35 per cent for his nearest rival.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The spread of communism outside Europe and its effects on international relations

Spread of communism in AsiaSpread of communism in the AmericasSpread of communism in AfricaCold War strategiesMajor conflicts in Korea and VietnamDetente and superpower diplomacyCollapse of communism

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Key topics in The spread of communism outside Europe and its effects on international relations include The Spread of Communism Outside Europe - Overview, Chronological Timeline: Spread of Communism and Cold War Events (1917–1991), Timeline of Communist Expansion and Cold War Events (1917-1991). These are the concepts ICSE Class 12 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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