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Monroe Doctrine
Analysis
Objective
What did the Monroe Doctrine say? How did it shape early US
foreign policy?
Brain Dump:
Before analyzing the Monroe Doctrine, review the cartoon below closely. Based
on this cartoon, what do you think the Monroe Doctrine was about? Describe your thoughts
below the cartoon.
Primary Source: Monroe Doctrine - 1823
Historical Context of the Monroe Doctrine:
The Monroe Doctrine was written in response to events
that took place between 1820 and 1823. In the early 19th Century, many Latin American nations won
their independence from Spain. Between 1820 and 1823, Spain and other European powers hoped to
maintain a sphere of influence over these new nations; additionally, Russia tried to exert control over
North American territories along the northwest Pacific Coast. The constant threat of foreign influence
over the American continent led President Monroe to issue the Monroe Doctrine as part of his annual
message to Congress; the doctrine would dictate US foreign policy for many years to come.
Directions:
Read the excerpts of the Monroe Doctrine below. Answer the analysis questions that follow
each section. In addition, following section three are general analysis questions to answer.
Section 1:
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...the occasion has been judged proper for asserting, as a principle in which the rights and
interests of the United States are involved, that the American continents by the free and
independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be
considered as subjects for future colonization by any European power……
1)
Close Reading:
What does section 1 of the Monroe Doctrine say about future European
colonization on the American continent?
That the United States would not tolerate further colonization or puppet monarchs.
Section 2:
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The citizens of the United States cherish sentiments the most friendly in favor of the liberty and
happiness of their fellowmen (Europeans) on the other side of the Atlantic. In the wars of the
European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, nor does it
comport with our policy to do so…. With the existing colonies or dependencies of any European
power we have not interfered and shall not interfere. But with the Governments in the Americas
who have declared their independence and maintain it, and whose independence we have, on
great consideration and on just principles, acknowledged, we could not view any interposition for
the purpose of oppressing them, or controlling in any other manner, by any European power, in
any other light than as the manifestation of an unfriendly disposition toward the United States…
1)
Close Reading:
What does section 2 of the Monroe Doctrine say about American involvement in
European affairs?
The United States recognized and would not interfere with existing colonies
in the Americas
2)
Close Reading:
How will the United States view European powers trying to oppress or control
free countries on the American continents?
The US would consider any European powers attempts to colonize or
interfere with any nation in the Western Hemisphere to be a hostile act.
Section 3:
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It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we resent injuries or make
preparation for our defense or war
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to declare that we would consider any attempt on their
(European Nations) part to extend their (European nations) system to any portion of this
hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and safety.
1)
Close Reading:
According to section 3, under which two conditions will the United States make
preparations for war?
a)
European power attempts to colonize or interfere with a nation in the Americas
b)
Existing colonies of European powers in the Americas threatened US peace and
safety.
General Analysis Questions
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Analysis:
As a citizen of the United States in 1823, how could the Monroe Doctrine provide you
with a sense of optimism regarding your country’s strength and position in the world?
It helped to establish America as a legitimate and independent nation free
from foreign influence.
2)
Predict the likely position the United States would take if:
a)
In 1830, Great Britain sent troops to occupy Argentina (a free nation after 1816)
b)
In 1830, Spain sent troops to occupy the Spanish colonies in South America
Cite evidence from the excerpts of the Monroe Doctrine above to support your claims.
The United States would likely take a neutral position if Great Britain sent
troops to occupy Argentina in 1830.
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Monroe Doctrine
Analysis
Written Task
What did the Monroe Doctrine say? How did it shape early US
foreign policy?
Directions:
Using information from the primary source above, as well as your knowledge of American
history, respond to the following writing task:
In one paragraph,
explain
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Analysis:
How does the Monroe Doctrine extend or continue the American foreign policy of neutrality
and / or isolationism?
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Use the Monroe Doctrine and evidence from the Monroe Doctrine to support your claims.
The U.S. wouldn't interfere with existing European colonies or territories in
the Western Hemisphere. European powers wouldn't attempt any further
colonization in the Western Hemisphere. The U.S. would view any European
attempts to colonize or control nations in the Western Hemisphere as hostile
acts.