| A | B |
|---|
| containment | Truman's policy to stop the expansion of Communism |
| joint resolution | formal agreement between 2 political parties |
| consul | head of a consulate in a foreign nation |
| passport | provides certain protections for international travelers |
| visa | required to enter certain countries |
| conscription | 1st used during the US Civil War; also called the draft |
| mutual defense alliance | agreement of support in case of attack |
| regional security pact | mutual treaty among nations: ex. NATO, ANZUS, OAS |
| President | decides foreign policy |
| Congress | has power to declare war |
| embassy | ambassador's office |
| national security | protection against invasion |
| foreign service | branch of State Department that serves overseas |
| economic & military aid | provide benefits to friendly nations |
| draft registration | required of all 18 year old males |
