Washington said that the united states would be "friendly and impartial" in regard to foreign conflict. what was his reason behind this statement? a jefferson and washington had determined the u. s. was too weak to wage war. b the u. s. had a treaty with both england and france, and was thus required to remain neutral. c france asked for the united states to stay out of the war, due to trade relationships. d a special envoy from england asked for strict neutrality on behalf of the united states.
Explain the reasons for u. s. neutrality during the 1920s and 1930s. how did ideas about neutrality change during the period from the end of world war i to the passage of the lend-lease act? be sure to include any events, terms, or people that may support your response.