Posted: July 1st, 2015

U.S. involvement in the World since the late 19th century

Trace the motivations for U.S. involvement in the world since the late 19th century (military and otherwise).1、What have been the primary motivations behind Americans increasing presence in the world, especially since the end of the 19th century?
2、Which enduring tensions/attitudes of American society did persons, companies and/or the military carry overseas with them?
3、What were the primary concerns for sending the military into foreign disputes? (Hint: Think about the purposes and missions of the United States in a global context. Why do we think that the United States has a special purpose or mission in the world?)
4、What should the U.S. role in the world be? Why? (Please do not write a short essay that answers each of the questions in a corresponding body paragraph).