American neutrality laws were a series of legislation passed by the United States government in the 1930s that aimed to maintain a policy of non-intervention and neutrality during international conflicts. These laws restricted trade, travel, and communication with warring nations in order to prevent the United States from becoming entangled in foreign conflicts.
Related terms
Isolationism: Isolationism refers to a policy where a country avoids alliances and interference in foreign affairs.
Lend-Lease Act: The Lend-Lease Act was a law passed by the U.S. Congress allowing the President to provide military aid to countries fighting against Axis powers during World War II.
Neutrality Acts: The Neutrality Acts were a series of laws passed by Congress between 1935 and 1939 that aimed at preventing the United States from becoming involved in future European wars.