Washington in all his wisdom new exactly what he was talking about when he warned against getting into the affairs of the rest of the world. At least starting from WW1 on we effectively turned our back on prudent advice and look what the cost has been and continues to be and I don't mean just monetarily.
By faith Noah,being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear,prepared an ark to the saving of his house;by the which he condemned the world,and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith Heb.11:7