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anastassius [24]
3 years ago
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What policy did the United States want to resume after WWI?

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andrew-mc [135]3 years ago
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Beginning with George Washington's presidency, the United States sought a policy of isolationism and neutrality with regards to the internal affairs of other nations.
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