American Imperialism

5. Another term for Imperialism
8. Acquiring other territories and controlling them politically and economically
12. This strong force to maintain an empire
13. Second, most well know Imperial President
14. Territory gained after Spanish American War, still a territory
18. Use of exaggeration and sensationalism to sell newspapers
20. "Speak softly and carry a bid ________"

1. Location where American Navy destroyed Spanish fleet
2. Ignition for the War with Spain
3. Teddy Roosevelts approach to diplomacy
4. Acquired territory to protect American Pineapple and sugar interests
6. First Imperialistic President
7. Government strategy for dealing with other nations
9. Said, "To avoid such blockades there must be a military force afloat..."
10. Goverment policy for dealing with issues within the nation
11. To Take-in as newly acquired ownership of territory
15. Mad made river
16. Linked the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean
17. Gained its independence almost immediately after the Spanish American War
19. Lost territory like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Phillipines, Cuba