During the Cold War, the United States was involved in wars, coups, and secret missions all over the world. This was all supposedly done to stop the spread of communism. But when the USSR fell and communism faded, the wars didn’t end. Instead, America found new reasons to stay involved in conflicts worldwide. From “fighting dictators” to a “war on terror,” the U.S. always seems to find new enemies.

The Business of War

War, for the U.S., isn’t just about fighting enemies—it’s about mak...