The Cold War in the World: How Communism Kinda Spread World History 8.1.2
The Congo 1960 – Gains independence Established Capitalism
Mozambique 1960’s – Communist groups established to give rights to natives FRELIMO – Leninist/Marxist political party take over One of the most economically underdeveloped countries in Africa
Angola Held by Portugal until 1975 “Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola” fights for independence –Communist sponsored –Flag reflects this
Nicaragua 1830’s – Gained independence from Spain 1900’s – US sends supplies to prevent poverty –Poverty thought to breed Communism 1936 – 1979: Somoza family (US backed) controls country 1979 – Marxist Sandinistas take over 1990 – US supported Contras (those who opposed Sandinistas) win election
Bolivia US-supported dictatorship –Fear of Communism spreading CIA sponsors battles and executions including Che Guevara