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14. The US Has Been Involved In These Wars For Nearly Half Its Existence [INFOGRAPHIC]

Reply to Tansy_Gold (Original post)

Tue Feb 5, 2013, 10:26 AM

Feb 2013

http://www.businessinsider.com/history-of-us-armed-coflict-2013-2

The U.S. has a long history of armed conflict and the Best Liberal Art Colleges released this infographic, breaking down the battles, the cost, and the duration of each. It's a handy and concise look at a long and complex history of armed conflict.

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