The U.S. sent military aid to the Northern Alliance in Afghanistan primarily to combat the Taliban regime following the September 11, 2001 attacks. The Northern Alliance, a coalition of anti-Taliban factions, was seen as a viable partner in the effort to dismantle Taliban control and eliminate al-Qaeda's presence in the country. By providing support, the U.S. aimed to destabilize the Taliban and facilitate a more favorable environment for U.S. military operations in Afghanistan.
Battle of Saratoga
Making it impossible for the British to send military aid to the Confederates - it would have made them look pro-slavery.
...convince the British that the Confederacy was a viable nation, and that they would send military aid.
Because the British had said that if the Confederates were clearly going to win, the South should be given its independence without further bloodshed. So Lee needed a big win on Northern soil to encourage Britain to mediate in their favour, or if that failed, to send military aid to the Confederates.
To gain credibility as a new nation in the eyes of Europe and win official recognition from Britain and France, with the prospect of substantial military aid.
Relief that Britain and France would not be able to send military aid to the Confederates.
Relief that Britain and France would not be able to send military aid to the Confederates.
Relief that Britain and France would not be able to send military aid to the Confederates.
military aid
Chiefly to make it impossible for the British to send military aid to the Confederates - it would make them look pro-slavery. Lincoln also hoped to inspire the Northern public with crusading zeal, but this did not happen.
It is when two countries agree to aid each other militarily if they are attacked by another country.
military aid
Battle of Saratoga
Chiefly to make it impossible for the British to send military aid to the Confederates - it would make them look pro-slavery. Lincoln also hoped to inspire the Northern public with crusading zeal, but this did not happen.
US sent military aid to France in 1940 to help them take over Vietnam.
Military supplies. It was called Lend Lease program.
After the cease-fire, the United States continued to send military and economic aid to South Vietnam.