The Spanish American War and The Roosevelt Corollary

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The Spanish American War and The Roosevelt Corollary

The Spanish American War and The Roosevelt Corollary

Terms to know • Corollary: Corollary A statement of fact that follows a previously

Terms to know • Corollary: Corollary A statement of fact that follows a previously stated idea; proposition that follows from one already proved. • Yellow journalism: journalism based on sensationalism and crude exaggeration; purpose is to sell more newspapers. • Doctrine: Doctrine a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a church, political party, or other group. • Acquisition: Acquisition buying or obtaining an object or asset. • Illustrate or Depict: Depict show or represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form; can also use words of description. • Result: Result a consequence, effect, or outcome of something. • Reason: Reason a cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event.

Reasons for Spanish American War • American support of Cuban independence from Spain •

Reasons for Spanish American War • American support of Cuban independence from Spain • Exaggerated news reports of events (yellow journalism) • Protection of American business interest • The sinking of the USS Maine

Results of the Spanish American War • Cuba gained its independence • The US

Results of the Spanish American War • Cuba gained its independence • The US gained possession of several territories • Puerto Rico • Guam • The Philippines • The US emerged as a world/imperial power

Other positive results • The acquisition of territories at the end of the Spanish

Other positive results • The acquisition of territories at the end of the Spanish American War moved the US into a position of world power because it now had possession of overseas lands and had successfully defended them. • Trade between the US and Cuba increased after the war.

Roosevelt’s Big Stick Diplomacy • In 1901 speech, Roosevelt said, “Speak softly and carry

Roosevelt’s Big Stick Diplomacy • In 1901 speech, Roosevelt said, “Speak softly and carry a big stick and you will go far. ” • Meaning: Always try to work things out peacefully, but do not be afraid to use the “big sticks” of political and , especially, economic power to get things done.

Roosevelt’s Policy toward Latin American in the early 1900 s • The US should

Roosevelt’s Policy toward Latin American in the early 1900 s • The US should have the right to intervene in the economic matters of Western Hemisphere countries. • Monroe Doctrine (1823) warned European nations to stay out of the affairs of South American and Caribbean nations – by 1900 Europeans countries simply ignored the doctrine. • Roosevelt wrote the Roosevelt Corollary: • It is the right of the US to interfere in any economic matters of any nation in the Americas. • It is the right of the US to exercise international police power.

Panama Canal • Panama is a state of Columbia; but wants independence. • Roosevelt

Panama Canal • Panama is a state of Columbia; but wants independence. • Roosevelt steps in to help, knowing Panama will owe the US big time and he wants to build a canal to shorten the distance traveled by ships from New York to San Francisco • Roosevelt uses “big stick” diplomacy by sending both warships and financial assistance for the revolt in exchange for a “canal zone” • Took 10 years, but the Panama Canal opens its locks in 1914.

Use of military force in Caribbean Sea

Use of military force in Caribbean Sea

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