In Puerto Rico it was useful, in Cuba not so much. Cubans perceived the outcome as occupation and didn't want to have United States occupation in their country. Puerto-Ricans had a form of a civilian government with independence and Puerto-rican citizenship but the country belonged to US.
The correct answer would be World War II. The largest amount of Americans who served in the armed forces is during the World War II. During the world war II, <span>a large standing army become officially established. Hope this is the answer that you are looking for. </span>
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Through elections...I'm pretty sure this is the answer you are looking for?
No they should not, personal blogs aren't very reliable sources.