Foreign Developments: Venezula Flashcards

1
Q

Where is Venezuela located?

A

Latin America

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2
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What was the issue in 1895 with Venezuela?

A

Border disputes between British Guiana and Venezuela

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3
Q

What did Cleveland say with the border dispute issue?

A

He said the USA should be a third party and make the final decision with the dispute

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4
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What was Britains initial response to Cleveland’s request with the border dispute?

A

They refused

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5
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What did the United States do when Britain refused to let America settle the dispute?

A

The USA threatened to send 54 vessels to Venezuela

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6
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How did Britain respond when USA military power was mentioned?

A

They allowed the United States to give the final ruling

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7
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What was the final ruling of the USA on the border dispute?

A

It was decided in favour of Venezuela

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