Isolationism versus Internationalism · US History

The Washington Naval Conference (1921-1922) best exemplifies which approach to post-WWI foreign policy?

  1. Aggressive military expansionism
  2. International cooperation through arms limitation
  3. Total isolation from all diplomatic discussions
  4. Establishment of a permanent military alliance with Japan
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Correct answer: International cooperation through arms limitation

Though the U.S. avoided the League of Nations, it engaged in 'independent internationalism' by hosting this conference. The resulting treaties aimed to prevent an expensive naval arms race and maintain stability in the Pacific.

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