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The Soviets' Bid for Global Power

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Soviet Diplomacy and the Chinese Civil War

This chapter analyzes the intricate foreign policy dynamics between the Soviet Union and China in the aftermath of World War II, focusing on Stalin's relationships with Mao Zedong and Chiang Kai-shek. It explores the tensions arising from Stalin's contradictory support and directives, alongside Mao's navigation of Soviet pressures. The discussion ultimately highlights the implications of these diplomatic maneuvers on the Chinese Civil War and the broader geopolitical landscape.

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