Diplomatic History prior to WWII
Diplomats in the United States prior to the Great War, though skilled, were not the major reason for the successes of the country withing the international arena. Prior to the Great War the international influences within the country were severely limited and the average citizen felt that the government should focus itself within its own borders. ... It was shown time and again however that it is impossible to not be effected by world events and the US was able to accomplish many things prior to the Great War. ... One of the supposed great diplomatic actions influencing the international sphere was written by President James Monroe. ... Prior to the Great War, the US opted to remain neutral and avoid conflicts that were centered around European problems. ... Many of the diplomatic acts throughout its history have lacked the power of enforcement.