The Parties to this Treaty... are determined to safeguard the freedom, common heritage and civilization of their peoples, founded on the principles of democracy, individual liberty and the rule of law. They seek to promote stability and well-being in the North Atlantic area. They are resolved to unite their efforts for collective defense and for the preservation of peace and security. --North Atlantic Treaty, Preamble, April 4, 1949 The organization established by this treaty was created primarily in response to O Civil unrest in former European colonies Soviet aggression in Eastern Europe The disarmament of Japan hp​