When?

Has the USA ever been isolationist?

From our earliest days we were on the stage of international intrigue and action.

Note this song:

From the Halls of Montezuma

To the Shores of Tripoli; [emphasis added]

We fight our country's battles

In the air, on land and sea;

First to fight for right and freedom

And to keep our honor clean;

We are proud to claim the title

of United States Marine.

Source: Heritage Press International - USMC Heritage Now tell me dear readers why the line To the Shores of Tripoli; indicates we have never been isolationists?

Good night.