The US has not been involved in wars for only 6% of its existence
Why has the United States rarely been at peace?
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Did you know that since its declaration of independence in 1776, the United States has only had 15 years or so of continuous peace? Granted, it took military action to establish the nation in the first place, but since the American Revolutionary War ended in 1783 there's rarely been a time when the country has not taken up arms. And with the latest exchange of fire in the Middle East, Washington appears yet again to ready itself for armed conflict.
So, what are some of the most infamous military engagements that have seen America at war on and off since its birth? Click through and find out why peace has never really been given a chance.
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