Why did the United States adopt the motto In God We Trust?

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Varvara68 [4.7K]2 years ago

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To distinguish the nation from countries that restricted religious practices.

lord [1]2 years ago

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Answer: I believe it was to distinguish the nation from countries that restricted religious practices.

Explanation: The term became the official motto during the Cold War era to distinguish the U.S. from the Soviet Union, which “promoted state atheism and thus implemented anti-religious legislation.” I hope this helps.

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