ocr: Many of Romania's foreign policy tensions are the legacy of its long history ofredrawn borders. Former territories are resisting reunification, primarily on eco- nomic grounds. la - 1859 Unification of Moldova and Wallachia forms basis of: future Romania. la 1878 Independence, but at cost oflosing Bessarabia to Russia. a 1916-1918 Enters World War I on Allied side.. At end of war, gains substantial territory, including Transylvania from Hungary. a 1924 Communists banned in unstable political arena. Rise of fascist "Iron Guard." la 1938 King Carol establishes royal autocracy. a 1940 Under extre ...
