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Jul-2021

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The American People

The American people have an incorrect understanding of what it means to be at war. At least so argues T.H. Pickett in his conservative interpretation of American military history. Pickett does present a wealth of examples along with a refreshing candid argument that America often goes to war for an abstract ideal such as the democratization of societies, world peace, liberty, or freedom. For instance, the Spanish – American War of 1898 was ostensibly a consequence of national enthusiasm for the cause of Cuban liberty. And, more obviously, America’s entry into World War I stemmed from a desire to “make the world safe for democracy.” Although these observations are supportable, Pickett overstates the cause typically lead to a war hysteria in which American leadership can no longer enforce any measured policies.

Which of the following best states the author’s main point?

a) Pickett provides a cogent rationale for why America engages in warfare; however, he draws conclusions that the author does not fully support.b) Pickett’s study is valuable primarily because it provides a thorough understanding of the causes of American warfare.c) The rationale for American warfare is well documented.d) Pickett’s analysis of American military history provides the definitive historical record of the period from the Spanish-American War to World War I.

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