Monroe Doctrine Flashcards
What’s happening in the south?
Many former Latin American colonies are gaining independence and forming new republics.
Goals of U.S Government
Increase foreign trade
Expand borders
Isolate from Europe
Where was Russia claiming territory?
British Columbia and had trading posts as far south as San Francisco
When was Russia claiming this territory?
1821
When was James Monroe President?
1817-1825
What was Monroe’s Presidency like?
It was fairly easy and he was popular among citizens
Who was John Quincy Adams?
Secretary of State
What did Adams and Monroe want to do?
Protect new Republics and take advantage of trade opportunities
What did the British propose?
Joint warning with US telling Europe to stay out of Latin America
Would include British Navy Enforcement
Why did they decide to act alone?
So they wouldn’t have future problems with territory expansion and the British.
Joint proposal would stop US from annexing Texas, Cuba, and other areas
Britain would back them reguardless
When did Monroe give his address?
1823
What was said in Monroe’s address?
“The American continents … are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers.”
Monroe Doctrine 1
The United States would not interfere in internal affairs or the wars between European powers.
Monroe Doctrine 2
The United States recognized and would not interfere with existing colonies and dependencies in the Western Hemisphere.
Monroe Doctrine 3
The Western Hemisphere was closed to future colonization.
Monroe Doctrine 4
Any attempt by a European power to oppress or control any nation in the Western Hemisphere would be viewed as a hostile act against the United States.
Initial Impact
Ignored by European powers
Enthusiasm from Citizens
No spanish empire revival
Annexation of Texas
Pres John Tyler and Sen Robert Walker
in 1840’s
Used on basis of moral authority to territorial expansion in 1843
1864
Congress states that intervention is necessary when french invades Mexico
1867
General Napoleon lll withdraws forces
1865
US moves troops into Mexico
Year of Spanish American War
1898
Spanish American War
Cuba gains Independence
US buys Guam, Philippines, and Puerto Rico from Spain for $20 million
Big stick Policy
“US has a responsibility to
preserve order, protect life
and property in Latin America.”
1904
Big stick Policy
1914
Occupation of Panama
1916
Occupation of DR
1960
US attempt to overthrow Castro
1965
Occupation of DR
1982
US intervention in El Salvador and Nicaragua
2011
US/Mexico border wall Construction
Effects
Big Brother Effect
Certain aspects ignored
