In this episode, we’ll explore Winston Churchill’s 1946 "Iron Curtain" speech, delivered in the United States, which famously highlighted the growing division between communist East and capitalist West. We’ll discuss Churchill’s call for a strong Anglo-American alliance and the need for a robust European economy to counter Soviet influence. The episode also examines the speech’s impact on US foreign policy, particularly its role in shaping containment strategy. Additionally, we’ll delve into Stalin’s reaction, which condemned the speech as a hostile act against the Soviet Union. Join us as we analyze key primary sources, including Churchill’s earlier correspondence and excerpts from both his speech and Stalin’s response.
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