Monroe Doctrine

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James Monroe became president in 1816 after James Madison.

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During his presidency, negotiations with Spain helped the U.S gain Florida and the Oregon country.

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This allowed the nation to expand all the way to the Pacific Ocean.

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This westward growth increased America’s size, strength, and influence.

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This helped the country become more confident in its role in world affairs.

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The Monroe Doctrine focused mainly on non colonization, which meant that the American continents were closed to future European colonization.This applied to both North and South America, and the United States was clearly stating that there should be no new European colonies in the Western Hemisphere.

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This applied to both North and South America, and the United States was clearly stating that there should be no new European colonies in the Western Hemisphere.

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The purpose of this policy was to protect the independence of nations in the Americas and prevent European countries from trying to take control again.

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Another key idea of the Monroe Doctrine was non intervention, meaning the U.S would not interfere in European conflicts or internal problems.

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In return, the U.S expected Europe to stay out of American affairs.

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This gave the U.S time to grow, prosper and avoid costly wars.

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The doctrine also emphasized that the New World was separate from the Old World.This helped the U.S gain respect and be seen as a strong, independent nation.

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This helped the U.S gain respect and be seen as a strong, independent nation.