Foreign Policy 1890-1900 Flashcards
1
Q
why was Accidental Empire a motivation?
A
- Expansion not needed due to large trade with Britain
2
Q
What are some examples of Accidental Empire?
A
- Samoa
- Hawaii
- Nicaragua
- China
3
Q
Why was Progressive Imperialism a motivation?
A
- belief in American superiority
- other countries not able to run themselves
- improve lives of non- americans
4
Q
What are some examples of Progressive Imperialism
A
- Samoa
- Cuba
- Phillipines and Guam
- Sp. Am war
- Panama canal
5
Q
Why was the need for markets a motivation?
A
- 1893 depression meant desire for new markets
- met by open door policy- WIlliams 1950s
6
Q
What are some examples of the need for markets?
A
- Samoa
- Hawaii
- China
- Nicargua
- Sp. Am war
7
Q
Why was the end of Westward Expansion a motivation?
A
- when it was complete they could turn to foreign adventures
8
Q
What are some examples of imperialism influenced by the end of Westward expansion?
A
- Puerto Rico
9
Q
Why was Preclusive Imperialism a motivation?
A
- take areas before other powers do
10
Q
What are some examples of Preclusive Imperalism?
A
- Panama Canal
- Samoa
- China
- Phillipines and Guam
11
Q
Why was the Monroe Doctrine with the Roosevelt Corollary a motivation?
A
- return to this after 1901, protect US interests
12
Q
What are some examples of M.D and the R.C
A
- Venezuala
- Puerto Rico
- Sp. Am. War
