Aspects of Us History since 1865 That Has Led to the USs

Rise as a World Super Power Policeman

In order to become the Policemen of the World, America had to establish certain ground
rules that would allow them to implement methods of control. The methods of control were
meant to control the production of weapons and military equipments. Over the years, there have
been several events on an international level that reflects the role of America as a world
superpower (Nikou, 2014).
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Policies for anti terrorism

Changes in the immigration policies
Strict laws against the development and production of nuclear weapons

These examples are some of the basic, yet effective steps taken in order to portray the nation
as a powerful world Policemen. The steps United States took against terrorism were a necessity
to maintain the integrity of the country (Nikou, 2014). America realized that the nations security
was not effective after incidents that resulted in several casualties. The policies for antiterrorism
called for extreme checking measures against non citizens and immigrants. America witnessed a
very rigorous phase in which Americans and non- Americans suffered as every other person had
to undergo security clearances under accusations of suspicion. These lead to revised immigration
policies as well. America was the land of hope and considered a world superpower; this attracted
many immigrants from all over the world, who wanted to improve their living conditions. With
the rapidly increasing immigrants, America had to implement certain rules and regulations and
ensure that the immigrants were living with proper documentations (Nikou, 2014).

International Incidents since World War II Where America

Has Taken On a Policing Role
After the Second World War, particularly over the past few decades, America has played
an important role in shaping the international policies. The most valid example of this is the role
the FBI plays in acting as the world policemen. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the
Drug Enforcement Administration are widely acclaimed and recognized for their worldwide
participation (Wolfe, 2012). These organizations are known for cooperating with global narcotics
and drug crackdown departments. When countries are not able to work out a certain policing
problem, the American law enforcement are asked to intervene and assist. After the world war,
the country emerged as a dominating world power and provided support in terms of economy,
military and nuclear strength (Wolfe, 2012).
America provides a massive law making body to countries that require changes in the
internal affairs. The internal affairs may be important for America as well; if America helps the
country resolve any ongoing issue, it may have a positive impact on the economy or internal
affairs of the United States. Another international incident is the measures America took against
the communist system of Soviet Union (Wolfe, 2012). The opposition of America and its allies
against the Soviet Union gave birth to the Cold War. The war continued until America gained
power over the Soviet Union (Wolfe, 2012). Another notable incident after the Second World
War was the support America offered to the Polish and Russian public. The public stood against
the government to fight for their rights and demand a democratic and capitalistic government
(Wolfe, 2012).

Driving Forces That Fueled International Policy Decisions

Involving the International Incidents You Outlined
Previously
A number of driving forces contributed to the establishment of numerous policies and
treaties. For example:
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Division of Capitalist and Communist Bloc that resulted in Cold War under the political
decision made by the President Truman
The North Atlantic Treaty that resulted in establishment of NATO
Southeast Asia Treaty and the Chinese and Korean Wars
The Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty between the US and the USSR
START I arms control treaty, signed by President George H. W. Bush also reflects the role of
America as Policeman of the World
Relating to the incidents discussed about the Cold War in the previous section, the allies with the
United States were grouped under the Western Bloc and the Soviet Union was grouped under the
Eastern Bloc (Solomon, 2011). The policy of division was necessary to differentiate between the
Soviet Union and the nations that favored democracy. The Western Bloc was an incident that
included international policy makers and therefore, resulted in America once again becoming the
Policemen of the world (Solomon, 2011).
North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or more commonly referred as NATO, is a military
alliance organization that was formed on the North Atlantic Treaty. The collective defense of the
treaty members allows a mutual and established response to any attack from the external party.
The true essence of the organization was exposed after the Korean War (Solomon, 2011).
America being the Policeman of the world, leads these organizations and any attacks carried out.

The Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty was an important treaty signed between the United States and
the Soviet Union. The treaty barred the two sides from using anti-ballistic missiles. Under the
terms of the treaty, America and the Soviet Union had certain limitations under which they could
pursue weapons programs and developments (Solomon, 2011).
The Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty was a similar treaty that was signed at a later date.
The bilateral treaty also looked after the reduction and limitation of strategic offensive arms
(Solomon, 2011). The treaty, signed in 1994 expired in 2009, allowing both nations, to develop
the weapons of their choice. These treaties and efforts were imposed to prevent any future
international incidents that could lead to world wars. Considering all the efforts put in by the
United States of America, the nation clearly wanted to become the ruling superpower. Its status
today, is vey dominating, and has been the key to shaping its internal developments in the recent
decades. The major turning points, such as conflicts with other nations, influenced America to
take hold of its powers and create a bench for the other nations to reach for (Solomon, 2011).

Conclusion
Since the conclusion of the Second World War, several countries have tried to become
the leading superpower and the policemen of the world. However, this rank has been secured by
the United States of America and for ages, people have globally looked up to America as the
front runner. Americas polices have been able to shape many internal and external developments
around the globe, which have in turn helped the United States of America prosper.