Truman's response to the spread of communism beyond Soviet-run Eastern Europe was the implementation of the Truman Doctrine. This policy, announced in 1947, aimed to contain the spread of communism by providing economic and military aid to countries threatened by communist expansion. The United States also established the Marshall Plan to help rebuild war-torn European countries and prevent them from falling under communist influence. Additionally, Truman supported the formation of military alliances such as NATO to counter Soviet aggression in Europe. Overall, Truman's response was characterized by a commitment to containing communism and promoting democracy and capitalism.
