[aquila48]

“The American War of Independence did not start as a regular war”

As I said...

“And yes, the American revolution did start with many uprising and insurgencies that eventually led to a declaration of independence and eventual war between the two countries.”

So we’re in agreement.

And that was the only revolution we’ve had in 250 years. In other words they’re rare. Wars happen much more frequently. How many have we had since then?

Now, if you accept that simple fact, we’ll be in violent agreement. :)

[SmokingJoe]

And that was the only revolution we've had in 250 years. In other words they're rare. Wars happen much more frequently.

How many have we had since then?America has fought at least
102 wars according to Wikipedia here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_wars_involving_the_United_States

That is not “rare”.
Of curse every ex colonial country usually fights one big war of independence, including plenty of ex colonies in Africa and Asia.
But America has fought plenty of wars for such a young country.
And we will fight some more, with the current regime in the White House.