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These Are the Biggest Disagreements Between Canada and the United States
Canada and the United States are about as closely allied and economically integrated as any two countries can be, but that doesn’t mean everything’s always “A-Ok, Eh.” Here are some of the...
Drew Wood
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This Is What Might Happen If Russia Ever Joined NATO
NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a mutual-defense pact between 32 countries of Europe and North America. It was created to counter the threat of attack by the Soviet Union, and now...
Drew Wood
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This Is What the World Would Look Like Without NATO
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has succeeded beyond all expectations, uniting former adversaries in Western Europe and North America to deter war with the Soviet Union/Russia for 75...
Drew Wood
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Where in the World Is the US Military Beefing Up Its Presence?
July 9-11, 2024, the 32 members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization met in Washington D.C. to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the alliance. Far from just a ceremonial event, the summit is...
Drew Wood
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What Countries is the US Obligated to Defend, and Why?
Whether you think the United States is overcommitted or under-committed abroad, this article will give you food for thought. The U.S. is treaty-bound to defend over 50 countries. We’ve consulted...
Drew Wood
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Why Does (Almost) Every Country the US Defeats Become Its Ally?"
Since declaring independence in 1776, the United States has fought in at least 12 major wars and scores of smaller conflicts. Amazingly, today, America has close alliances with some of its former...
Drew Wood
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