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Monroe Doctrine
The Monroe Doctrine was signed by James Monroe. This document explains that America will NOT tolerate European nations invading/ colonizing territories. -
Opium Wars
The Opium Wars were two wars involving the Chinese and British trade in China. These wars were about Chinese people getting addicted to highly addictive drug. -
Suez Canal Built
The Suez Canal is the first canal to be built that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea. The Suez Canal allows ships to take a shorter route. -
Boxer Rebellion
The Boxer Rebellion was an anti-imperialist revolt that occurred in China. The ¨Boxers¨ were tired of a European presence in their country, so the group attacked foreigners. -
Roosevelt Corollary
The Roosevelt Corollary justified the United States intervening with other nations. The Roosevelt Corollary was signed by Theodore Roosevelt and was an addition to the Monroe Doctrine. -
Revolution of 1911
The Revolution of 1911 was an uprising in China that overthrew the last imperialistic dynasty.
The Revolution of 1911 was a nationwide rebelllion against the Qing Dynasty -
Panama Canal Built
American and British businessmen wanted to find an easier way to ship goods quickly and cheaply between the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean. President Roosevelt oversaw the building of the Panama Canal.
