APUSH TIMELINE UNIT 4- DAYANA MIYARES AND ELIZABETH ASENCIO by Dayana Miyares

December 2, 1823-Monroe Doctrine was Issued

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President James Monroe declared the Western Hemisphere completely off-limits to European Colonization. This act set an example for US foreign policy, this began America's protective stance over LatiN America and its influence in the Western Hemisphere.

1845: Texas Annexation

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The U.S. annexes Texas, previously part of Mexico. The Doctrine supported the Manifest Destiny, helping the U.S. acquire new territories and expand its influence in North America.

1848: Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

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Ends the Mexican- American war, adding territories like California to the U.S. Expanding U.S. territory westward, made America's interest in preventing European influence near its borders stronger.

1867: Purchase of Alaska

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The U.S. bought Alaska from Russia for 7.2 million dollars. this extended U.S. territory further into non-europeans- controlled region. Which ended up strengthening its Northern strategic position

1895- Venezuela Border Dispute

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The United States intervened in a territorial dispute between Venezuela and Great Britain. Reinforced the Monroe Doctrine by opposing European intervention in Latin America and affirming U.S. authority in the region.

1898: Spanish- American War

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The U.S. aids Cuba's independence from Spain. Showcased the U.S. commitment to limiting European influence, asserting itself as a dominant power in the Caribbean.

1904- Roosevelt Corollary

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President Roosevelt claimed the right to intervene in Latin America in order to maintain stability. This extended the Doctrine, which in turn allowed United States intervention in Latin America. Overall, this shaped the region's political dynamics for decades.

1933- Good neighbor policy

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President Franklin D. Roosevelt renounced armed intervention in Latin America. This in turn, marked a shift within United States policy which emphasized diplomacy over intervention in Latin America, even though the Doctrine's influence persisted.

1962- Cuban Missile Crisis

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The United States responded to Soviet Missiles in Cuba, demanding their removal. This highlighted the Doctrine's relevance during the Cold War, opposing Soviet presence in the Western Hemisphere.

1985- Reagan Doctrine

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President Reagan supported anti-communist movements in Latin America. This continued the Doctrine's legacy, countering Soviet influence and supporting democratic movements in the Americas.