How Did the USA Place Its Firm Grip on the Middle East? We all know about the USA and the Middle East, their history, existence on the world map, leaders, and etc. Check out the following world map. The USA's location is The Middle East's location is You can see the distance in between the two are is really huge and we are going to see what made the USA get interested in this desert area. Do You Think That the Outcome of a War Is Always Blood and Death? If you are thinking that way, you are totally wrong. From a military point of view, at the end of a war, you will learn from your strength and weaknesses. You can find the required capabilities that are highly needed for the next combat. The experience you've gained from a war is always unteachable using books and theories. We've learned a lot and made a lot due to the World Wars and the Cold War. Can you agree to that? It is obvious that people usually focus on the devastations rather than the constructive matters. Jus