This is how Churchill expressed inability to predict what Soviet Union will at the start of World War 2. The timeline below show why he could be puzzled:
a) August 23, 1939 - Soviet Union and Germany sign non-aggression pact
b) September 1, 1939 - Germany invades Poland (then ally of Britain and France).
c) September 3, 1939 - Britain declares war on Germany as a consequence of German's invasion of Poland.
d) September 17, 1939 - Soviet Union invades eastern Poland. Poland is defeated and partitioned between Germany and Soviet Union.
Therefore from Churchill standpoint: Soviet Union is allied with Germany, whom are at war with Britain. Go figure what Stalin is going to do?
Answer:
The Fourth Crusade contributed to further division within Christianity, as the Crusade was called upon to aid the Eastern Christians in retaking and holding onto the Holy Land. However, the Western Christians, on their march towards the Holy Land, instead decided to attack and loot Constantinople following a failed Crusader-back coup. This led to broken relations between the East and Western Christians, as not only has the Crusade failed in its original purpose, but it also fragmented the power structure of the Eastern Roman Empire.
Answer:
General George Washington, commanding a force of 17,000 French and Continental troops
Explanation:
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reclamation of land from sea, helped it to achieve the greater standard in
Europe. In Spanish economy While in
Spanish economy, there is a failure during this era because of the inefficient
taxation, weak kings, and the focus on American colonies.</span>
