America’s Longstanding Strategic Interest in Greenland Exposes Washington’s Chronic Hesitation

President Trump’s recent push to acquire Greenland might seem provocative today, but it is far from unprecedented. America’s interest in this Arctic territory spans over a century, illustrating a pattern of missed opportunities driven by Washington’s chronic inability to act decisively in defense of national sovereignty and strategic advantage.Why Hasn’t America Secured Greenland Despite Its Strategic Value?In the aftermath of the Civil War, under Secretary of State William Seward—known famously for securing Alaska—the U.S. quietly eyed Greenland as a gateway to Arctic power and resource wealth, including coal reserves vital for industrial strength. Yet this vision faltered because Congress showed...