Monroe Doctrine

What was the primary purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?

To warn European nations against further colonization in the Americas

In what year was the Monroe Doctrine introduced?

1823

Which U.S. president issued the Monroe Doctrine?

James Monroe

The Monroe Doctrine was primarily aimed at which region?

Latin America

How did the Monroe Doctrine impact U.S. foreign policy?

It set a precedent for U.S. opposition to European interference in the Western Hemisphere

Which of the following European powers was most directly affected by the Monroe Doctrine?

Spain, France and Russia

How did European nations initially respond to the Monroe Doctrine?

They ignored it since the US military had little power to enforce it.