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Using the Internet, research two (2) real-life international incidents from the past five (5) years in which: The U.S. used military action abroad. Controversy existed within the American public regarding U.S. involvement. Controversy existed within the country or countries affected by U.S. involvement.

For the first part of this assignment, you will create a thesis statement that presents your main idea about the significance of the two incidents you researched, justified by your analysis. The thesis should be a single sentence, typically located in the first paragraph.

For the second part, you will develop a detailed outline of your paper, covering:

  • Two to three international events from the past five years that can be traced back to a foreign policy created after the Civil War.
  • Three aspects of U.S. history since 1865 that have contributed to America's rise as a world superpower policeman.
  • Three to five international incidents since World War II where the U.S. played a policing role.
  • Three to five driving forces behind international policy decisions related to these incidents (e.g., treaties, exit strategies, elections, wars).

Your outline should be detailed and support your upcoming full paper (Assignment 2.2). Use at least three academic references besides the textbook, following APA formatting. The assignment must be typed, double-spaced, with Times New Roman font size 12, and one-inch margins. A cover page and references page are required but are not included in the page count.

Paper For Above instruction

The United States has long played a central role in global politics, particularly since World War II, when it emerged as a superpower with significant influence over international affairs. The concept of the U.S. acting as the world's "policeman" encapsulates its willingness to intervene militarily in conflicts to maintain global stability, promote its interests, and uphold certain values. Recent international incidents over the past five years exemplify this role and reveal the controversies that often accompany such interventions, both domestically and internationally.

This paper will analyze two recent U.S. military actions abroad—the drone strike in Syria targeting terrorist groups and the military intervention in Afghanistan—and examine the domestic and international controversies they generated. These incidents exemplify the United States' assertion of military power, yet they also highlight debates about sovereignty, civilian casualties, and the ethical implications of intervention. My thesis posits that while these actions underscore the U.S.’s role as a global enforcer, they also expose profound complexities and consequences that challenge the legitimacy and sustainability of American overseas interventions.

The analysis of these incidents is rooted in understanding broader historical patterns that have positioned the United States as a global policeman since the Civil War era. First, the transformation of U.S. foreign policy post-Civil War, marked by the rise of imperialism and the expansion of military influence, set the stage for future interventions. Second, the Cold War era's containment policy and strategic alliances laid the groundwork for military engagement to prevent the spread of communism. Third, the post-9/11 emphasis on terrorism and national security prompted a more interventionist approach, shaping recent military actions.

Furthermore, specific international incidents since 1945—such as the Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, Iraq War, and interventions in Libya and Syria—demonstrate America's ongoing policing role. These actions have been driven by factors such as the desire to contain communism, protect allies and economic interests, respond to humanitarian crises, and combat terrorism. Internal policy decisions, including treaties like NATO, strategic exit strategies, electoral politics, and national security doctrines, have significantly influenced these military interventions.

In conclusion, the evolution of U.S. foreign policy has continually expanded the military's role on the world stage, shaped by both global and domestic forces. As recent incidents illustrate, America's policing function remains complex, controversial, and essential to understanding contemporary international relations.

References

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