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Ch. 18 Becoming a World Power 1890 - 1913

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18.1 - Expansion As European imperialism expanded in the 1800s, the U.S. also looked abroad for opportunities. U.S. imperialism grew because of: Growth of industry / wealth Nationalism Military growth Desire to civilize the world U.S. first looks to Central / South America, Pacific Islands and Asia (see map p. 1099)

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18.2 Spanish-American War Causes U.S. supports rebellions against Spain in Cuba and Philippines Expansionists and journalists call for U.S. to act U.S.S. Maine explosion blamed on Spain Splendid Little War (3 months long) Effects U.S. controls newly independent Cuba U.S. gains Puerto Rico, Guam, Philippines U.S. recognized as a world power.

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Theodore roosevelt led his Rough Riders in the famous charge up San Juan Hill.

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18.3 More Expansion US Annexes Hawaii 1898 for business and military reasons. Panama Canal cuts through Panama for a much shorter sea route from Atlantic to Pacific. Pres. T. Roosevelt supports a Panamanian revolution in return for purchase rights to the canal zone Roosevelt Corollary claim that the U.S. will not aggressively take control of other nations, but will act as an international police force when necessary. (map p. 535)

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How does this cartoon portray Roosevelts foreign policy?