Definitions

Imperialism

Expansion of a country's sphere of influence through military force, control of information, establishment of economic systems, and political dominance

Interventionism

When a dominant power chooses to act based on belief in the righteous of the action, national defensive interest, or extended reading of allied responsibility

Total war

When fighters are willing to do whatever it takes to win war

Ultra-nationalism

Extreme nationalism where the nation believes themselves and their beliefs are above all

Exceptionalism

Belief that your country is the best country and superior

Puppet

A state that appears independent but is controlled by another

Satellite state

Formally independent but is under control of another state

False flag

Being in disguise to place blame on someone else