NATO was established in 1949 primarily to deter Soviet expansion and prevent nationalism in Europe following World War II. Originating from the 1947 Dunkirk Treaty, it comprises 31 member nations committed to collective defense under Article 5. This clause asserts that an attack on one member is deemed an attack on all. NATO's relevance continues, highlighted by its invocation post-9/11. In response to NATO, the Soviet Union founded its military alliance in 1955, marking a significant era in international relations and military strategy.
At the heart of NATO's purpose is the principle of collective defense, laid out in Article 5: an attack on one member is an attack on all.
NATO originated as a response to the threat of Soviet expansion and remains pivotal in ensuring the security and political integration of Europe.
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