Foreign Developments: Samoa Flashcards
1
Q
When did the USA start to get involved with Samoa?
A
1872
2
Q
What was the USA taking over Samoa an example of?
A
Preclusive Imperialism
3
Q
What did the King of Samoa offer the United States in 1872?
A
A military base in Pago Pago
4
Q
How did the USA respond to the King of Samoa’s offer in 1872?
A
They rejected it
5
Q
What happened in Samoa in 1898?
A
There was a Civil War
6
Q
Which 2 nations were fighting against the Samoans?
A
Britain and Germany
7
Q
Which nation took the side of the Samoans in the Civil War?
A
The USA
8
Q
What did the United States create with Samoa in 1899?
A
A protectorate
9
Q
What would a ‘Protectorate’ do?
A
Protect Samoa from any foreign invaders
