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Nez Perce War
The Nez Perce War was an armed conflict between the US Army and several bands of the Nez Perce tribe. This conflict was due to treaty violations and land disputes that ended with the tribes being forcibly exiled and relocated. -
Spanish-American War
The Spanish-American War was a conflict between the US and Spain resulting from the US intervention in the Cuban War of Independence. It began when the USS Maine in Havana Harbor in Cuba was sunk. It ended with the US gaining Puerto Rico, Guam and the Philippines. -
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Philippine American War
A conflict between the US and the Philippines, resulting from the US annexation of the country from Spain. This was mostly due to the refusal of the US to include Filipino nationalists in negotiations of the future of the country. -
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World War 1
World War I began in 1914, sparking a conflict between European alliances. The U.S. joined the Allies in 1917 due to Germany’s submarine warfare and the Zimmermann Telegram, helping secure victory in 1918. -
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world war 2
World War II began when Germany, invaded Poland prompting Britain and France to declare war. The U.S. entered the war in 1941 after Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, joining the Allies against the Axis powers. -
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Korean War
Korean War began when North Korea invaded South Korea, leading the United Nations to intervene to support the South. The U.S. got heavily involved under President Truman, fearing the spread of communism during the Cold War. -
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Vietnam War
The Vietnam War began as a conflict between communist North Vietnam and anti-communist South Vietnam, supported by the U.S. and its allies. The U.S. escalated its involvement in the 1960s to prevent the spread of communism, deploying over 500,000 troops at its peak. -
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Persian Gulf War
The Persian Gulf War began when Iraq invaded Kuwait in August 1990. The U.S. intervened in Operation Desert Storm to liberate Kuwait and protect global oil supplies. -
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War in Afghanistan
The War in Afghanistan began after the September 11 attacks. The initial phase toppled the Taliban , but the conflict evolved into a 20-year insurgency. The war officially ended in 2021 with the U.S. withdrawal and the Taliban’s return to power. -
9/11
9/11was the deadliest terrorist attack in U.S. history. Hijackers seized four commercial airplanes, crashing two into the World Trade Center in New York , one into the Pentagon, and a fourth into a Pennsylvania field after passengers fought back. Nearly 3,000 people were killed. The attacks triggered the U.S. War on Terror. -
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US intervention in Yemen
The U.S. intervention in Yemen has focused on counterterrorism, using drone strikes and special operations against al-Qaeda (AQAP) since the 2000s, while also supporting Saudi Arabia with weapons and intelligence. -
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War in Iraq
The Iraq War began when the U.S.-led coalition invaded Iraq over claims of weapons of mass destruction and ties to terrorism. The conflict sparked years of insurgency and the rise of ISIS, leading to a prolonged U.S. occupation. The war officially ended with the U.S. withdrawal in 2011. -
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US intervention in war in north-west Pakistan
The U.S. intervention in northwest Pakistan primarily involved drone strikes and covert operations against Taliban and al-Qaeda militants in the tribal regions following 9/11. These operations targeted terrorist leaders but also caused significant civilian casualties, fueling anti-American sentiment. -
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2nd US Intervention in Somali Civil War
The second U.S. intervention in Somalia (ongoing) has focused on counterterrorism operations using drone strikes, Special Forces raids, and support for African Union and Somali government forces. . The intervention reflects broader U.S. counterterrorism efforts in East Africa, with troops largely operating from bases in Kenya and Djibouti. -
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Operation Ocean Shield
Operation Ocean Shield was a NATO-led counterpiracy mission aimed at protecting shipping lanes from Somali pirates. The U.S. played a key role, contributing naval ships, aircraft, and Special Forces to patrol waters, escort vessels, and disrupt pirate attacks. -
International Intervention in Libya
The international intervention in Libya was a NATO-led military operation to protect civilians during the Libyan Civil War. The U.S., UK, France, and other allies conducted airstrikes and naval blockades, helping rebel forces. While the mission succeeded, Libya descended into chaos afterward, with prolonged civil conflict, militia rule, and a power vacuum that persists today. -
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US military intervention in Niger
The U.S. military intervention in Niger has centered on counterterrorism operations against jihadist in the region. Since the early 2010s, the U.S. has stationed troops in Niger, operating drone bases and training local forces. The 2017 Tongo Tongo ambush, which killed four U.S. soldiers, exposed risks of the mission. After Niger’s 2023 military coup, the junta ordered U.S. forces to leave, ending a decade of cooperation and complicating counterterrorism efforts in the region. -
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US Intervention in Syrian Civil War
The U.S. intervention in the Syrian Civil War has focused on combating ISIS through airstrikes, special operations, and support for Kurdish-led forces, while also opposing the Assad regime through sanctions and limited strikes. Though the U.S. avoided large-scale ground deployment, its involvement deepened regional tensions and left a legacy of partial victories and unresolved conflict. -
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War in Gaza
The War in Gaza refers to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Israel has engaged in a large-scale military offensive in Gaza, causing destruction and a severe humanitarian crisis. The U.S. has provided diplomatic cover, military aid and intelligence support to Israel. However, global criticism has grown over Gaza’s civilian toll, leading to U.S. vetoes and tensions at the UN. The war has also sparked regional escalation and protests worldwide. -
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Operation Prosperity Guardian
Operation Prosperity Guardian (ongoing) is a U.S.-led multinational naval coalition formed in response to Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea during the Israel-Hamas war. The mission aims to secure key shipping lanes by intercepting Houthi drones, missiles, and hijacking attempts. While the U.S. and UK have conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, the group continues its assaults, disrupting global trade and raising risks of a wider regional conflict.