Period 7 part 1

APUSH review

Imperialism

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

Cdr. Matthew Perry

An American naval commander who played a crucial role in opening Japan to trade in 1853.

White Man’s Burden

A concept by Rudyard Kipling that justified imperialism as a noble enterprise to bring civilization to 'lesser' nations.

Scramble for Africa

The rapid invasion and colonization of Africa by European powers during the late 19th century.

Social Darwinism

The belief that the principles of Darwinian evolution apply to social and economic issues, often justifying imperialism.

Alaska

Purchased from Russia in 1867 under Secretary of State William Henry Seward; seen as a significant territorial expansion.

Banana Republics

Term describing politically unstable countries in Central America whose economies are largely dependent on exporting a limited-resource product, especially bananas.

Alfred Thayer Mahan

A naval historian whose writings emphasized the importance of naval power in global politics.

Spanish-American War

A conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States, resulting in U.S. intervention in Cuba and the acquisition of territories.

USS Maine

A U.S. Navy ship that exploded in Havana Harbor, triggering the Spanish-American War.

Teller Amendment

A provision added to the declaration of war against Spain pledging that the U.S. would not annex Cuba.

Theodore Roosevelt

The 26th President of the U.S. known for his progressive reforms and foreign policy, including the construction of the Panama Canal.

Open Door Policy

A U.S. policy that aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations in China.

Dollar Diplomacy

A foreign policy promoting American financial and business interests overseas, especially in Latin America.

Monroe Doctrine

A U.S. policy opposing European colonialism in the Americas, asserting U.S. influence in the Western Hemisphere.

Progressivism

A political movement that aimed to address social issues caused by industrialization and urbanization.

Muckrakers

Investigative journalists who exposed corruption and social injustices during the Progressive Era.

Sherman Anti-trust Act

A federal statute passed in 1890 that outlawed monopolistic business practices.

The Square Deal

President Theodore Roosevelt's domestic program aimed at fairness for workers, consumers, and businesses.

Federal Reserve Act

A 1913 law that created the Federal Reserve System to stabilize the economy and control monetary policy.