What was the main reason that President Truman proclaimed what would become known as the Truman Doctrine in 1947?

a)to develop a positive relationship with the Soviet Union
b)to show that the United States was threatened by Germany’s nuclear capabilities
c)to prevent Greece and Turkey from falling under Soviet rule
d)to help the United States avoid future involvement in foreign wars
Is it D?

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Please help me, this is for my final exam and I cannot remember the answer.
Well, it is not A...
Did you ever figure it out?
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It is "to prevent Greece and Turkey from falling under Soviet rule"
oh my gosh thanks vrmh!!!!