Neutrality Acts

The Neutrality Acts were a series of U.S. laws passed in the 1930s to keep the United States out of foreign conflicts. They aimed to prevent American involvement in wars by restricting arms sales, loans, and other support to countries at war. These laws reflected a desire to stay neutral and avoid the mistakes that led to U.S. entry into World War I. However, they also limited America's ability to support allies and respond to global threats, which later prompted adjustments as the international situation evolved.