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isolationist

A foreign policy where a country avoids involvement in international affairs.

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imperialism

A policy where a nation extends its power and influence over other countries through colonization, military force, or other means.

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economic gain

The pursuit of profit through access to markets and resources.

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military strategy

Plans and actions to secure a nation's defense and position in global affairs.

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nationalism

A strong sense of pride and loyalty to one's nation, often leading to the desire for expansion.

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Social Darwinism

A belief that some nations are superior and have a duty to civilize 'less developed' countries.

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Yellow Journalism

Sensationalized news reporting that exaggerates or fabricates to attract readership.

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Treaty of Wanghia

An 1844 agreement that established trade relations between the U.S. and China.

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gunboat diplomacy

The use of military force or threat to achieve foreign policy objectives.

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Seward’s folly

A term used to describe the purchase of Alaska, initially viewed skeptically.

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Platt Amendment

A provision that limited Cuba's sovereignty and allowed U.S. intervention.

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Open Door Policy

A diplomatic policy that aimed for equal trade access in China.

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de Lome letter

A stolen letter that insulted President McKinley, inflaming public opinion against Spain.

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USS Maine

A U.S. naval ship whose sinking in Havana Harbor sparked the Spanish-American War.

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Treaty of Paris (1898)

The treaty that ended the Spanish-American War, granting the U.S. significant territories.

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Philippine-American War

Conflict between the U.S. and Filipino revolutionaries from 1899 to 1902.

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Roosevelt Corollary

An extension of the Monroe Doctrine asserting U.S. intervention in Latin America.

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Spooner Act

A 1902 act that authorized U.S. construction of the Panama Canal.

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Russo-Japanese War

A conflict between Russia and Japan over territorial disputes in East Asia.

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Dollar Diplomacy

A policy promoting U.S. financial investments abroad to increase influence.

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Anti-Imperialist League

A coalition opposed to the annexation of foreign territories and imperialism.

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domestic issues

Challenges and problems existing within a country's own borders.

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armed forces

Military personnel or military capability used to protect a nation or its interests.

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labor unions

Organized associations of workers formed to protect and advance their rights.

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superiority of American culture

The belief that American culture is better than other cultures.

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non-white populations

Communities and groups that are not classified as white, particularly in the context of U.S. immigration and demographic change.

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economic resources

Natural or manufactured materials that can be used to produce wealth.

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Central America

The region connecting North and South America, important for trade routes.

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provisional government

A temporary government set up until a more permanent government is established.

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Cuban rebellion

The uprising of Cubans against Spanish colonial rule, particularly in the late 19th century.

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Hawaiian revolution

The overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani in 1893 by American settlers.

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Guantanamo Bay

A naval base established in Cuba following the Spanish-American War.

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colonization

The establishment of settlements and control over indigenous peoples.

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interventionist policy

A foreign policy approach that involves active intervention in the affairs of other nations.

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economic investments

Financial assets put into a project or business expecting returns.

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trade opportunities

Chances to engage in commerce and exchange goods or services.

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national interests

The goals and objectives of a nation-state in its foreign policy.

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naval bases

Strategically located sea ports used to station and supply naval ships.

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American exceptionalism

The idea that the U.S. has a unique mission to transform the world.

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military intervention

The involvement of military forces in a foreign conflict or situation to influence outcomes.

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Western hemisphere

The half of the Earth that lies west of the Prime Meridian and east of the 180th meridian.

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American guidance

The belief that the U.S. should lead or direct other nations, especially in governance.

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