The Creation of Bulgaria as a Satellite State, 1947

What is Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is a country in south-eastern Europe.

When did Bulgaria become a satellite state?

Bulgaria came under Soviet control in 1947.

How did Bulgaria become a satellite state?

Bulgaria became a satellite state through 5 key events:

• ❖ Before the Second World War, Bulgaria was a monarchy with strong links to Russia. However, during the war it was allied with Germany.
• ❖ Soviet troops remained there after the war.
• ❖ The communists joined the Fatherland Front, a coalition government with other parties. However, they then purged it of other political groups.
• ❖ The monarchy was abolished in 1946.
• ❖ In 1947 a new constitution destroyed democracy and outlawed opposition parties.

What was the Bulgaria dispute?

The Bulgaria Dispute was a crisis between Greece and Bulgaria following the killing of a Greek captain and soldier.