The Soviet Union had control over much of eastern Europe and it was of great concern of the U.S that the Soviet's spread their influence to the weak western European countries. ... These arguments are incorrect as it was first warned by Kennan that the Soviets would seek to spread their influence to war torn Europe and the steps taken by Truman were all in the best interest of the protection of freedom. ... To meet this dilemma head on; Truman enacted steps in economic relief to Western Europe, the establishment of military links to pro-democratic nations, and Trumans firmness when resp...

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