Imperialism Crossword

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  1. 5. It means to separate territories or regions into parts or entities.
  2. 7. Diplomacy- A foreign policy under President William Howard Taft to promote American Economic Interest.
  3. 9. Marti He was a Cuban national hero who fought for Cuba’s independence from Spain, he was also a poet and a writer besides being an independence leader.
  4. 11. Separation from the political affairs of other countries, was a policy the Americans had held since the Washington presidency.
  5. 16. Corollary- An addition to the Monroe Doctrine introduced by President Roosevelt. It stated that the U.S. had the right to intervene in the affairs of Latin American countries to maintain stability and protect economic interests.
  6. 18. Declaration made by the United States in 1898 that stated the U.S. had no intention of annexing Cuba after the Spanish-American War.
  7. 20. A law passed by the United States Congress in 1900 that established a civil government in Puerto rico
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  1. 1. war- A conflict between Russia and Japan from 1904 to 1905.
  2. 2. destiny “To overspread the continent allotted by Providence for the free development of our multiplying millions.“ – John O’SULLIVAN IN 1839
  3. 3. Villa- A Mexican revolutionary leader who played a role in the Mexican Revolution.
  4. 4. door policy- A diplomatic approach by the U.S. in the late 19th and 20th century, it helped with trade access to China.
  5. 6. Policy of establishing colonies and building an empire, would answer those needs.
  6. 8. Valeriano Weyler- Spanish military officer who served as the Governor-General of Cuba during the late 219th century.
  7. 10. Canal- Helped with trade and made it faster by 80%.
  8. 12. doctrine 1823, Further Isolated the U.S. from Europe.
  9. 13. of influence- Refers to an area or region where a country has significant control, influence or dominance over political, economic or cultural affairs. Usually having a strong presence or impact in that particular area.
  10. 14. Lome Spanish diplomat who wrote a critical letter about President McKinley. U.S.S. Maine United States Navy ship that exploded and sank in Havana Harbor, Cuba in 1898. This incident played a significant role in the outbreak of the Spanish-American War.
  11. 15. John J. Pershing- A prominent military leader during World War 1, he commanded the American Expeditionary Forces and played a crucial role in the Allied victory.
  12. 17. A country’s decision to remain impartial and not take sides in conflicts or disputes between other nations. It was a way for countries to maintain peace and better relationships.
  13. 19. powers- Argentina, Brazil, Chile