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the rise of the United States as a world power including its involvement in World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and the war on terrorism

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:04:58 UTC

Spanish-American War (1898)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:12:02 UTC

The U.S. gained multiple territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines by defeating Spain. This began the U.S.'s emergence as a great power and its first step toward global influence.

U.S. Entry into World War I (1917)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:18:18 UTC

At first, the U.S. isolated itself from the war but ultimately decided to abandon its idea of isolationism and join the allied powers. In turn, the U.S. made a large contribution to the victory of the Allied powers. This exhibited the growth in industrial and military power the U.S. had experienced.

Treaty of Versailles and League of Nations Debate (1919-1920)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:29:57 UTC

The 14 points produced by Woodrow Wilson shaped the treaty, although the U.S. Senate turned down the opportunity to join the League of Nations. This brought about the tension between isolationism and global leadership.

Pearl Harbor Attack (1941)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:45:46 UTC

The beginning of World War II saw the U.S. as a neutral nation. The attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan ended this. The ensuing rage of the U.S. showed their true industrial and military strength.

D-Day Invasion (1944)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:50:37 UTC

The invasion of Normandy is one of the most well-known invasions in history. The U.S. played a crucial role in the invasion of the allied powers. This solidified the U.S. as a reputable force in global military strategy.

Founding of the United Nations (1945)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 21:56:26 UTC

The establishment of the United Nations was committed to shaping a new world order after World War II. The U.S. was a key factor in the United Nations coming about.

Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan (1947-1948)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 22:03:10 UTC

These documents began U.S. policies to contain any sort of Soviet expansionism. This demonstrated the U.S.'s economic and political leadership in helping rebuild post-war Europe.

Cuban Missile Crisis (1962)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 22:12:24 UTC

The missile crisis was a defining moment in becoming a global superpower. As the U.S. successfully defended a nuclear standoff with the Soviet Union.

Fall of the Berlin Wall (1989)

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 22:15:47 UTC

The end of the Cold War was symbolized by the fall of the Berlin Wall. The U.S. triumphantly led with democracy and capitalism over the Soviet Unions' communism.

September 11th Attacks and the War on Terror

rogerhatkinson — 2024-12-06 22:20:19 UTC

September 11th was a dark day in history and it reshaped all of U.S. foreign policy. It also led to longer military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. The U.S. redefined its role in combatting global threats.