My stellar padlet by Peter Huang

My stellar padlet by Peter Huang https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist en-us 2024-04-16 21:33:12 UTC 2024-04-18 00:23:27 UTC hello@padlet.com 1607 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957447964 Colonizers land on James Town.]]> 2024-04-16 21:34:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957447964 1636-1763 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957453740 This is an era of French, Spanish and British involvement along with Indian’s struggle on the continent fully filled with temporary peace and long-lasting wars, including Pequot War,King Philip’s War with Indian,King William’s War between France and England ,Queen Anne’s War between France and England,Yamasee War,War of Jerkin’s Ear against Spain, King George’s War with France. And eventually, French and Indian War serves as a turning point to end the chaotic situation, in which British won the east of Mississippi, and Spain won Louisiana.]]> 2024-04-16 21:44:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957453740 1754 Early conformation of diplomatic agency ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957466775 Benjamin Franklin proposes the Albany Plan of Union, which would establish a federal government for eleven of the colonies in British North America to adjudicate colonial territorial disputes and diplomatic policy towards Native Americans; it is rejected by most of the colonial governments and never goes into effect.]]> 2024-04-16 22:07:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957466775 1774 Independence arise in mind ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957467697 Thirteen Colonies convene the First Continental Congress and adopt a boycott of British goods and embargo on American exports in protest of the Intolerable Act.]]> 2024-04-16 22:09:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957467697 1776 Declaration of Independence ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957468143 2024-04-16 22:10:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957468143 1775-1783 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957470216 American revolution war]]> 2024-04-16 22:14:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957470216 1783 Treaty of Paris ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957627041 Treaty of Paris ended Revolutionary War. England recognized American independence.]]> 2024-04-17 01:01:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957627041 1784 Start trade in Asia ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957630896 New York–based merchants open trade with China, followed by Salem,Boston and Philadelphia merchant.]]> 2024-04-17 01:04:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957630896 1777 First African country that recognize American independence ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957642779 Morocco recognized American independence .]]> 2024-04-17 01:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957642779 1786 First Treaty between US and a Arabian,African and Muslim country ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957648424 Moroccan-American Treaty was signed in the US agrees to pay tribute to Morocco in exchange for a promise that Moroccan corsairs will not attack American ships. It becomes the longest unbroken treaty of America.]]> 2024-04-17 01:15:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957648424 1781 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957657621 Department of Foreign Affairs was established]]> 2024-04-17 01:20:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957657621 1791 First U.S. involvement in a foreign nation ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957663398 In response to the beginning of the Haitian Revolution,Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson proposes limited aid to help suppress the revolt, also pressures the French government to reach a settlement with the Haitian revolutionaries.]]> 2024-04-17 01:23:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957663398 1796 Farewell Address ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957671546 President George Washington preparing to leave office and troubled by the French Revolutionary Wars in Europe, issues his famous Farewell Adresss urging Americans to avoid involvement in foreign wars, beginning a century of isolationism as the predominant foreign policy of the United States.]]> 2024-04-17 01:28:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957671546 1798-1800 Quasi War against American former ally ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957681408 After the end of the French monarchy in September 1792, the United States refused to continue to repay France's large debts, which had played a huge role in the American Revolutionary War, on the grounds that the Americans claimed that the creditor of the debt was the previous regime. At the same time, France was also angry about the Jay Treaty and trade practices between the United States and Britain. In response, France began attacking American shipping, sinking or capturing many American ships.]]> 2024-04-17 01:34:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957681408 1800 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957687185 April Tripoli threatens war if the US does not pay more tribute.

— July The Tripolitan warship Tripolino takes the American Catherine and enslaves the crew.Much outrage in the US

— September 30 Convention of 1800 with France ends the Quasi-War and ends alliance of 1778. The treaty frees up the US Navy for operations against the Barbary pirates

]]> 2024-04-17 01:37:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957687185 1797 The Treaty of Tripoli ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957688889 It aimed to prevent piracy by securing peace between the United States and Tripoli, involving payments of tribute from the U.S. to protect American shipping. It formalized diplomatic relations and included legal provisions typical for the era, ensuring non-conflict due to religious differences by clarifying that the U.S. government was not founded on Christianity. This treaty primarily served to safeguard American maritime interests in the Mediterranean against Barbary pirates.]]> 2024-04-17 01:38:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957688889 1801-1805 First Barbary War ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957693382 The First Barbary War (1801-1805) marked the United States' first significant naval conflict, establishing its naval power and demonstrating its willingness to protect American commerce against North African Barbary pirates. The war enhanced U.S. independence on the global stage, showing that it could uphold its interests without European assistance. It concluded with the Treaty of Peace and Amity in 1805, which reduced tribute demands and set a precedent for American action against overseas threats.]]> 2024-04-17 01:41:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957693382 1805 first American effort at regime change ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957695651 The United States supported an effort to reinstate Hamet Karamanli, the rightful ruler of Tripoli, who had been deposed by his brother Yusuf Karamanli. This was part of a broader military strategy by the U.S. aimed at ending the piracy threats from the Barbary pirates and reducing the tributes demanded by these states.

]]> 2024-04-17 01:43:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957695651 1812-1815 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957726126 War of 1812 - Focused on asserting sovereignty and trade rights against British interference.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:03:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957726126 1823 Monroe Doctrine ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957726827 This was a significant early statement of U.S. foreign policy, asserting that European powers should no longer colonize or interfere with the affairs of the nations of the Americas. The U.S. proclaimed itself the protector of the Western Hemisphere, laying the groundwork for future American intervention in regional affairs]]> 2024-04-17 02:04:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957726827 1846-1848 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957727806 Mexican-American War - Manifestation of "Manifest Destiny," the belief in U.S. expansion across North America.The United States acquiring vast territories including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and parts of Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:04:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957727806 1867 Expansion of territory ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957728434 Purchase of Alaska - Expansion of U.S. territory and influence]]> 2024-04-17 02:05:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957728434 1898 A rising imperial power ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957729086 Spanish-American War - Marked the U.S. as a global power; acquisition of overseas territories (Philippines, Guam, Puerto Rico).

]]> 2024-04-17 02:05:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957729086 1899-1902 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957729918 Philippine-American War - Controversial and brutal assertion of U.S. control over the Philippines.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:06:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957729918 1803 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957732445 Louisiana Purchase from France for $15,000,000; financed by sale of American bonds in London, and shipment of gold from London to Paris.]]> 2024-04-17 02:07:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957732445 1833 Expand influence in Asia ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957736984 Siam (Thailand), The Roberts Treaty of 1833; stipulates free trade with few limitations, most favored nation status, and relief for US citizens in cases of shipwreck, piracy, or bankruptcy.]]> 2024-04-17 02:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957736984 1845 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957748032 Annexation of Republic of Texas; Mexico breaks relations in retaliation]]> 2024-04-17 02:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957748032 1854 Start Influence in East Asia -Japan ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957752848 Kanagawa Treaty; Mathew Perry to Tokyo in 1853; returning 1854 with seven warships; treaty opened two Japanese ports and guaranteeing the safety of shipwrecked American seamen.]]> 2024-04-17 02:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957752848 1858 Expand influence in Japan ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957761172 Harris Treaty was signed between the United States and Tokugawa Shogunate , which opened the ports of Kanagawa and four other Japanese cities to trade and granted extraterriorility to foreigners.Japan starts to westernize after this. With Meiji Restoration, it later became the only one imperial power in Asia. ]]> 2024-04-17 02:24:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957761172 1868 Establish friendly relations with China ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957769901 Burlingame Treaty established formal friendly relations with China and placed them on most favored nation status, Chinese immigration encouraged; reversed in 1882 Chinese Exclusion Law. ]]> 2024-04-17 02:29:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957769901 1893-1898 annexation of Hawaii ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957776674 U.S. businessman overthrew the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1893, and congress annexed it in 1898.]]> 2024-04-17 02:33:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957776674 1899-1900 Intervention in China ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957779898

Open Door Policy for equal trading rights inside China; accepted by Great Britain, Germany, France, Italy, Russia and Japan

1900 – US forces participate in international rescue in Peking, in Boxer Rebellion

]]> 2024-04-17 02:35:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957779898 1903 Big Stick Diplomacy ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957787716 Theodore Roosevelt; "speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far".The idea is negotiating peacefully but also having strength in case things go wrong. Simultaneously threatening with the "big stick", or the military.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:40:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957787716 1917-1919 Involvement in World War I ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957790676 President Wilson’s decision to enter World War I marked the U.S.s first major involvement in European conflicts and signaled a shift towards more interventionist foreign policies.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:42:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957790676 1919 League of Nations Debate ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957792813 U.S. decides against joining, reflecting isolationist tendencies.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:43:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957792813 1941-1945 America Joined the World War II ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957798086 Japan, with a growing ambition of conquering Asia and excluding western influence in Asia, attacked U.S naval base in Hawaii and dragged America into the war.]]> 2024-04-17 02:46:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957798086 1945 Founding of the United Nations ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957801951 After World War II, the United States led the effort to establish the United Nations, aiming to foster international cooperation and prevent future conflicts. This was part of a broader strategy to spread democratic values and contain communism.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:49:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957801951 1947 Truman Doctrine ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957804305 Beginning of containment policy against Soviet communism.]]> 2024-04-17 02:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957804305 1948 Marshall Plan ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957806683 Massive aid program to rebuild and stabilize Europe after World War II, which symbolized the rising power of America and the decay of European countries like UK and France.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:51:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957806683 1949 NATO Formation ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957808385 A Military alliance to counter Soviet influence in Europe. And it still plays an important role later in Balkan Conflicts and Middle East, as well as Ukraine.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:52:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957808385 1950-1953 Korean War ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957814118 It involved direct military engagement between U.S.-led United Nations forces supporting South Korea and Chinese forces supporting North Korea, with the Soviet Union providing support to the North. The war started with northern invasion in South Korea, ends with similar boundaries between two countries, which continues to create tensions and cause instability today.

]]> 2024-04-17 02:56:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957814118 1946-1949 Civil war in China ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957819119 The communists military won the civil war, and started its rule in mainland China until today. American supported national government retreated to Taiwan, which caused the separation and confrontation of mainland China and Taiwan for 75 years. Today Taiwan’s relation with mainland China becomes the decisive factor of a peaceful pacific as China becomes more and more aggressive and ambitious towards the reunification. Although the United States has consistently stated its support for the One-China policy, it has continued to provide military aid to Taiwan.]]> 2024-04-17 02:59:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957819119 1961 Involvement in Central America:Bay of Pigs Invasion ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957821196 A Failed U.S. attempt to overthrow the communist Cuban government and eventually led to the Cuban Missile crisis in 1962.

]]> 2024-04-17 03:00:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957821196 1964-1975 Vietnam War ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957825613 American intervened Vietnam war by supporting South Vietnam against the North Vietnam under communist rule. Vietnam became unified after American retreated from Saigon.]]> 2024-04-17 03:03:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957825613 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957831925

It was a 13-day confrontation between the governments of the United States and the Soviet Union, when American deployments of nuclear missiles in Italy and Turkey were matched by Soviet deployments of nuclear missiles in Cuba. The crisis lasted from 16 to 28 October 1962. The confrontation is widely considered the closest the Cold War came to escalating into full-scale nuclear war.

]]> 2024-04-17 03:07:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957831925 1979 Iran hostage crisis-a low in U.S.—Middle East relations ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957847775 The Iran Hostage Crisis was a diplomatic standoff between Iran and the United States that lasted from November 4, 1979, to January 20, 1981. It began when Iranian militants seized the United States Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 American diplomats and citizens hostage. The militants demanded the extradition of the deposed Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, who was receiving medical treatment in the United States, to stand trial in Iran.The crisis came to an end on January 20, 1981, when, moments after Ronald Reagan's presidential inauguration, the hostages were released as part of a negotiated agreement between the United States and Iran.]]> 2024-04-17 03:17:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957847775 1991 Second gulf war ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957850826 U.S.-led coalition expelled Iraqi forces from Kuwait.

]]> 2024-04-17 03:19:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957850826 1990s Balkan Conflicts ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957852052 U.S. and NATO Intervention in Bosnia and Kosovo under humanitarian pretexts.

]]> 2024-04-17 03:20:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957852052 2001: September 11 Attacks ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957853891 It led to the Global War on Terror, and Afghanistan War(2001-2021).

]]> 2024-04-17 03:21:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957853891 2003:Iraq War ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957855389 A Controversial invasion based on WMD allegations.

]]> 2024-04-17 03:22:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957855389 2011 Killing of Osama bin Laden ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957855862 2024-04-17 03:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957855862 2011 ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957856694 Intervention in Libya - NATO-led operation against Gaddafi.

]]> 2024-04-17 03:23:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957856694 2017- today America First Ideology ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957858100 A continuing from of isolationism and nationalism, which leads to today’s controversy on whether America should continue to support Ukraine and Taiwan.]]> 2024-04-17 03:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957858100 2022–Today Russian invasion of Ukraine ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957863338 U.S. and NATO continuously aid Ukraine with weapons.]]> 2024-04-17 03:27:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957863338 2023 to today Israel- Hamas conflict ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957868266 Though controversial debates on American stance are really polarizing, U.S government and some European allies solidly support Israeli military operation in Gaza after Hamas committed terrorist attack in October 2023. ]]> 2024-04-17 03:31:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957868266 1981 Memorandum of Understanding on Strategic Cooperation ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957950884 This agreement marked a formal basis for military cooperation between the U.S. and Israel, facilitating joint military exercises and establishing a framework for U.S. military aid and strategic collaboration.

]]> 2024-04-17 04:46:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2957950884 Bush Doctrine ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958130299 The Bush Doctrine, established during George W. Bush's presidency, advocated preemptive military action to counter perceived threats to the United States. It emphasized the promotion of democracy and regime change in countries deemed hostile, notably leading to the invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq. The doctrine prioritized American national security and global leadership, often bypassing international organizations like the United Nations. It framed terrorism as a global struggle and influenced U.S. foreign policy, sparking debate over its effectiveness and consequences.]]> 2024-04-17 07:02:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958130299 Wilsonianism ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958183219 Wilsonianism refers to the foreign policy approach of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, advocating for liberal internationalism and the spread of American democratic values to ensure global peace. Key principles include the promotion of democracy and self-determination, allowing nations to choose their own governments without external interference. Wilson also supported international law and collective security, leading to his proposal for the League of Nations to resolve conflicts through diplomacy. His advocacy for open diplomacy opposed secret treaties and influenced future international relations and institutions, like the United Nations.]]> 2024-04-17 07:41:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958183219 2018-today Trade War with China ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958205142 President Trump issues a series of tariffs on goods from countries such as China, India, Canada, Mexico, and the European Union. The trade partners in turn issue retaliatory tariffs. A trade war with China begins.]]> 2024-04-17 07:55:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958205142 1979 US switches diplomatic recognition from the Republic of China (Taiwan) to the People's Republic of China ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958240847 The act allows the U.S. to provide Taiwan with defensive arms but does not officially recognize Taiwan as an independent state, adhering to the U.S.'s "One China" policy.]]> 2024-04-17 08:25:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958240847 1994 Budapest Memorandum ph2601_1 https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958254817 It prohibited Russia, the United States and the United Kingdom from threatening or using military force or economic coercion against Ukraine, Belarus, and Kazakhstan, "except in self-defense or otherwise in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations ." As a result of other agreements and the memorandum, between 1993 and 1996, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Ukraine gave up their nuclear weapons. It was broken by Russia since 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea and started a total invasion of Ukraine in 2022 ]]> 2024-04-17 08:37:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ph2601_1/r91wj3wrv1ja2ist/wish/2958254817