The United States has always been at war
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TL;DR
- The U.S. has been engaged in conflict and interventionism since its founding, a historical pattern that is not unique to the current generation.
- Early conflicts, such as those with the Barbary States, involved issues of tribute, hostage-taking, and ideological differences rooted in religious beliefs.
- American history is replete with instances of military engagement for expansion, trade, and influence, including the Mexican-American War, interventions in Latin America, and actions in Asia.
- Despite rhetoric suggesting otherwise, the period from 1995 to 2025 has seen dramatically fewer deaths from terrorism, war, and genocide compared to previous eras.
- While war and intervention should not be taken lightly, the notion that Americans are living through a uniquely bellicose era is not supported by historical evidence.