October 9th, 1944—when world leaders carved up nations in the shadows

On October 9th, 1944, a secret deal was struck between Winston Churchill and Joseph Stalin during the Second Moscow Conference. Known as the 'percentages agreement,' this dark pact divided control over Eastern Europe, laying the groundwork for Soviet dominance and the Cold War. Watch to learn how this moment in history cast a long shadow over Europe. #History #ColdWar #thisdayinhistory