Imperialism and Progressivism

Flashcards reviewing key concepts from a lecture on American imperialism and the Progressive Era.

Who was Alfred Mahan?

He advocated for a strong U.S. Navy and control of the Pacific.

What two territories did the United States acquire from Spain during the Spanish-American War?

Cuba and the Philippines.

What is yellow journalism?

Sensationalized and often fabricated news stories to sell newspapers.

What is the USS Maine?

An event off the coast of Cuba that was a cause of the Spanish–American War

Where were more Americans dying immediately after the Spanish American War?

In the Philippines, fighting against American occupation after the Spanish-American War.

Who was Emilio Aguinaldo?

He led the guerrilla warfare against the United States in the Philippines.

What is Manifest Destiny?

It's an idea related to expansion and territorial acquisition.

What is imperialism?

A strong country dominating a weaker country.

What is self-determination?

The right of a people to choose their own form of government without external influence.

Why were factory workers against imperialism?

They feared competition from cheap labor.

Who were the three progressive presidents who continued the idea of Manifest Destiny?

Teddy Roosevelt, Taft, and Woodrow Wilson.

What is Dollar Diplomacy?

The use of a country’s financial power to extend its international influence.

Who was Teddy Roosevelt?

He said, "Speak softly and carry a big stick."

What message was Roosevelt sending to Europeans?

Get out of our backyard.

Who were the progressives?

They wanted to reform America and achieve progress, but were not communist.