New US Flashcards
What was the military ranking of the US by 1898?
The US was considered the 8th most powerful country militarily and had the 3rd biggest Navy.
What industry sectors did the US lead in by 1898?
The US was the world leader in industry, including railroads, steel, oil, machines, coal, trade, and textiles.
What role did Yellow Journalism play in US interests?
William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer sensationalized the news, exaggerating the truth to influence public opinion.
Why did the US seek new trading partners by 1898?
The US was producing more than it could consume domestically.
What is the concept of the White Man’s Burden?
The belief that the US must civilize Latin America and the Pacific, rooted in Anglo-Saxonism.
How does Social Darwinism apply to nations?
It suggests that nations must adapt and change; those that cannot will fail to defend themselves.
What is the main idea of Alfred Mahan’s ‘The Influence of Sea Power’?
The main idea is that countries seeking dominance need to possess battleships.
