<span>Since the United States had one of the largest armies in the world at the time, it was almost necessary that they assist the Allies during the war. Had they not, the Axis powers would have likely taken over much of Europe and increased fascist rule over much of the planet.</span>
<span>Alfred strengthened the army, built a navy, and constructed fortresses all over England. Gradually he was seen as not just king of one part of the country, but king of all England.
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