The Rise and Fall of Turkey's Democrat Party: The Cold War and Illiberalism, 1945-60

Key Points

• The research aims to dissect the ideological influences and historical significance of Turkey's Democrat Party during the Cold War.
• Analyzed historical documents and literature related to the Democrat Party era.
• Examined the dualistic narratives framing the political landscape of 1945-60.
• Contextualized findings within broader Cold War dynamics.
• Revealed the complexities of political ideology during the DP era, challenging simplistic frameworks.
• Illustrated the impact of Cold War politics on domestic Turkish political strategies.
• Highlighted the DP's oscillation between progressive and reactionary politics.