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Why was Stalin able to establish such strong Communist presence in Eastern Europe following World War 2?

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The Soviet Union used military presence and diplomatic pressure to set up Communist governments.

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Joseph Stalin was able to establish such a strong communist presence in Eastern Europe following World War 2 because of strong military, economic, and diplomatic pressures.
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