In march 2003, u. s.-led forces launched an invasion of

In March 2003, the United States-led forces launched invasion in Iraq. It lasted from March to May 2003 signaling the start of the Iraq war. It was named as the "Operation Iraqi Freedom" by the United States. A large number of troops (177,194) were initially sent to Iraq during the start of the invasion. 

to protect the united states' role as a world leader, president truman wanted to prevent the soviet union from spreading communism beyond its post-world war ii boundaries. he declared that the united states must assist any nations struggling to prevent a communist takeover.

the answer is d. give brainliest if right.

ps is this 7th grade civics?