Later, Woodrow Wilson was charged with continuing America's influence on a moral basis, as well as tying America into the First World War in Europe. ... To prevent any possible European encroachment upon US soil by way of Latin America, Theodore Roosevelt traversed the continent of Latin America to assist foundling nations and "discourage- those that might be deleterious to American interests. ... While America was occupied with Latin America, it did not fail to recognize that it had vital interests at stakes in the European war. ... The fear of German despotism in America as well as cruc...

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German politicians had signed a document on November 11, 1918, which made Germany a republic, a form of Democracy. ... Even though Democracy is always changing, it still equals freedom in most cases. ... Democracy sees freedom as a process and the Nazis saw it as an achievement. ... However, many Americans are feeling that same frustration after the September 11th attack, that the German's felt during the Depression. Many people's frustration was resulting in hatred and discrimination toward those who were American citizens but yet came from a different background. ...

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The United States enters such affairs not only to protect themselves and their well being but also to promote democracy, manifest destiny, humanitarianism, and to expand and protect the American economy. ... Democracy is the way in which our government runs. ... s general amiability for democracy and tyrannical suppression, they began to ally. ... Wilson stated that " the world must be safe for democracy''(Leckie,629). ... "The world must be made safe for democracy. ...

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From 1900 to 1945, America went from the top of the world, to the bottom, and back up again. ... America may have shined throughout history as the light of democracy and liberty in the world, however, that does not give us the right to assert our economic, cultural, or political influence on the world, nor serve as a global pseudo police force. ... However, it is warranted for America to become involved with international conflict if, and only if, it actually impacts us as well, or has the potential to do so. ... Much like how the British controlled America in the early years of our prospering...

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During World War II, America needed to turn its eyes from the war and focus on something else. ... American entertainment during World War II kept America running, and brought the country together at a time of world fighting. In the 1940's Hollywood was doing its job to keep up the American morale. ... It is set against the backdrop of the wartime conflict between democracy and totalitarianism with anti-nazi propaganda. ... He was a musician who moved America with his lyrics. ...

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America and the Great War Why did Wilson take America into the Great War? ... One of the main arguments used is that America was acting "to make the world safe for democracy" (Hugh Brogan). ... Some American citizens felt that they should defend democracy and some people formed groups, such as the National Security League. ... It was at this point Wilson realised that even if America did come to the war then America had to be better prepared. ... Wilson believed he was going into an ideological war to "make the world safe for democracy" (freedom and liberty) and to help reshape peace. ...

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The Americans were neutral so deserved to send ships through the war zone. ... Woodrow Wilson declared war on Germany on April 2, 1917 and in his war message said the Americans were joining the war "to make the world safe for democracy." He wanted to fight for a worthy purpose which was the triumph of democracy. ... The German Naval Policy, Americas economic links and interests, and Wilson's idealism all contributed to America intervening in the First World War. ... This was created with Woodrow Wilson attempt in maintaining peace and "a safe world for democracy." ...

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America's desire to establish an economic empire determined most of its foreign policy between the Civil War and the end of World War II, and fueled the U.S. into three wars: the Spanish-American War, WWI, and WWII. ... In doing this, the Cubans would allow American investments to continue in the country and Spain would have no right to shut America out. ... Secondly, America's economy rested on foreign markets. ... "American diplomats and businessmen worked hard to make sure that when the war ended, American economic power would soon be second to none in the world." ... During ...

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Military intervention has been a tool at the disposal of the U.S. government to achieve its political goals since the mid-nineteenth century with the forced relocation of Native Americans. ... Policy makers also argue that by intervening militarily and establishing "democracies we create more allies. ... When the United States promotes democracy through force, all that is accomplished is creating a cancerous cell that must eventually be eliminated. ...

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The constant German attacks on ships were angering the Allies, especially America. ... With well over one thousand people dying, America finally had to intervene. ... The bombing of the Lusitania not only affected Americans in the way of, 124 families lost relatives, but also, many people feared the war coming over the Atlantic, and onto American soil. Also, by sinking the Lusitania, America had a draft, collecting millions of men that were ready to fight for the liberty and democracy of the world. American life changed significantly, and in wartime, the United States succeeded in defending th...

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When America became entangled in the war over in Europe, one of the most deeply respected American traditions was shattered. For more than a century, Americans had prided themselves in their isolationism and neutrality in foreign affairs, but all this ended with the American intervention in Europe. Wilson may have been unrealistic in going into the war with the idea that this would be "a war to end war" "to make the world safe for democracy." ... He said that America was not fighting for riches or territory, but rather, to shape international order in which democracy could flourish. ......

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This meant that Britain and her allies could receive American supplies but American supplies were unable to reach Germany and Austria-Hungary. ... While some Americans complained about these restrictions on America's ability to trade with Germany and Austria-Hungary, most Americans and the American government tolerated the restrictions because Allied purchases alone from the United States were enough to promote prosperity. ... Americans also incorrectly believed that America itself was the sole determinant of its actions. ... The war was portrayed as a battle between democracy and autocra...

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In 1941, The United States of America was a very reluctant world power. ... As a result, the American approach to foreign policy in the inter war years appears to be confused. ... America was largely a land of immigrants, of people who had left Europe and its problems behind. ... This encouraged German and Japanese expansion and weakened the resolve of more liberal democracies to stand up to their aggression. ... America had the biggest navy, the strongest air force and possessed the atomic bomb. ...

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Nothing changed with the American policy. America was and still is a world power, and America's job is to bring peace and stability to the world. ... But America went into the country for humanitarian reasons. ... One of Bush's goals in Iraq was to rid of Saddam Hussein, and establish a stable and effective setting for democracy. The United States was able to rid Iraq of Saddam Hussein, and they were also able to set up a "working" democracy. ...

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Many years of traditional autocratic rule by strong nationalistic leaders made the acceptance of democracy difficult. ... Democracy was a new concept within Germany and many people were wiling to look to the left and right wings for political leadership. ... Working with America, he also restructured the reparations payments (under the Dawes plan, as well as taking out vast loans from American banks to help with the repair of the German economy. ...

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America has to make sure that it was still able to collect loans from Britain and be able to help out the French government by also giving them loans. ... At this point Americans demanded "immediate ware." ... Due primarily to submarine warfare and the Zimmerman note, President Wilson asked Congress for a declaration of war and justified war by the pretense of making the "world safe for democracy." ... Unrestricted submarine was tampering with American commerce. European obligations to America had to be protected. ...

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WWII Peace brought neither stability nor lasting prosperity to the Western democracies, which paid a heavy price for their victory in World War I. ... No battles were fought on American soil, and because of its late entry into the conflict, America suffered a lot fewer casualties than the other nations. In addition, unlike the economies of many European countries, the American economy remained strong until 1929. ... Adding to that the United State's Allies owed them huge sums of money, and these loans more than canceled out America's prewar debt of $4 billion. ...

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During the 1920s most sectors of the American economy grew. ... Therefore because of this dependency the world economy was extensively intertwined with America's economy. ... People lost confidence in democracy, socialism and capitalism. ... The countries that were affected severely by the crash were those that relied on American loans. ... In America under the New Deal program, The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was set up. ...

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World War 2 World War 2 was the last big war for America, and it had many after effects towards our country. ... We were fighting to "save the world" and "save democracy", but racism still ran rampant. ... No African American women were employed at all. ...

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Under fascist beliefs, he was able to persuade the public into thinking that democracy was responsible for all of the Italy's hardships. ... His belief that the "American" way of life should be spread through out the world, regardless of religion or race is not justified. ... Amendment I in the American Bill of Rights states that, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of ...

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Germany was in need of a strong leader, because the democracy of Weimar did not seem to be working. ... The economy slumped as America asked for its loans to be repaid. ... Hitler was against democracy, and was quoted as saying, "A vote for the Nazis is one for dictatorship."" ...

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On the back of the experience gained after world war I, being aware of what went on during that period, European and North American countries formed a common basis of interaction in response to the Soviet threat. ... As a consequence, as long as NATO will be able to uphold its commitment, it will continue to play the leading role in safeguarding the principals and values of liberal democracies, thus consolidating its position in the international arena....

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Third, throughout history there has always been battles between good and evil, such as the Colonists versus the British in the American Revolution, the North versus the South in the civil war, and the list goes on. ... He viewed Hitler as a threat to the democracy of Germany, it turned out that he was right; eventually Hitler will ruin the democracy of Germany. ...

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President Wilson, keeping victory in the next election in mind, decided to get the war over with and return to the other side of the Atlantic to solve more pressing domestic American interests. Although his Fourteen Points laid the foundations for the League of Nations, isolationists in America stopped him politically from using his own ideas about making the world a safer place for democracy. ...

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Creel " took quite seriously the traditional regard of American democracy for the individual consenting will as the cornerstone of political legitimacy and social action. ... This draft was different from the one used prior to the Spanish-American war because it also included African Americans. ... Another factor that was vital to organizing the army in preparation for war was the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF). ... The Board oversaw production of all American factories and was headed by millionaire Bernard M. ... With the new federal agencies, the government intervened in American life a...

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