History US Expansionism
annexation
To incorporate (territory) into an existing political unit such as a country, state, county, or city.
Expansionism
A nation's practice or policy of territorial expansion. Economic influence in other territories.
Spheres of influence
Areas of a country particularly in China during the late 1800s where foreign nations control much of the trade and natural resources.
ABC Powers
Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. Settled problem in Mexico when the US intervene
Social Darwinism
a sociological theory that social and cultural advance is the product of conflict and competition of different societies. And only the strongest survive.
Boxer Rebellion
1900. Revolt in which chinese nationalist known as boxers attacked foreigners in order to end outside involvement in chinas affairs. Put down by US marines and other forces after 2 months.
Panama Canal
A canal that connected the two Oceans. Costed 6000 lives. Allowed United States to be involved in Latin America. 40,000 workers, 1 decade. August 15, 1914 open.
Spanish-American War
A war in which the U.S came to aid cubans independence from spain.
isolationism
Avoiding involvement in foreign affairs of other countries.
Imperialism
Building an empire. By founding colonies or conquering other nations.
Open Door Policy
Declaration in 1899 made my US secretary of state John hay that all nations should have equal access to trade with China
Joseph Pulitzer
Determined man. Owned the "New york Sun" and purchased the "New York World".
William Hearst
Emerged in Yellow Journalism in 1897. He has been awarded by many historians as the benefactor of irresponsible reporting and sensationalism. Control of the "Journal". Influenced by Pulitzer.
Nationalism
The belief that a specific nation language or culture is superior to others.
foreign Markets
The opening of markets outside the country in different regions in making agreements with other countries.
Yellow Journalism
The use of sensational of an exaggerated news stories in newspapers to attract readers.
Monroe Doctrine
Wrote by James Monroe. A statement warning European nations not to colonize or interfere in America. US saw any interference as a threat. Expansionism
Roosevelt Corollary
Wrote by Roosevelt. Addition to Monroe Doctrine. Declared that the US will police affairs in the western hemisphere to keep Europeans from from intervening in the region. Expansionism
Dollar Diplomacy
Wrote by William Howard Taft. Policy of influencing Latin America governments, through economic not military intervention. Expansionism
Democracy
Wrote by Woodrow Wilson. He believed that the US had a moral obligation to promote democracy in latin america. He apposed imperialism. And he sent troops to latin america to restore peace. Not to concur or influence. Enforced democracy on other country. Isolationism
