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Ch 8 Monroe Doctrine 20-21 (1)

The Monroe Doctrine, articulated in 1823, asserted that the American continents were no longer open to colonization by European powers, emphasizing the distinct political systems of America versus the monarchical systems of Europe. This proclamation was influenced by the political climate in Europe, particularly the actions of the Holy Alliance, which posed a threat to the sovereignty of the Americas. Although the United States lacked the military power to enforce this doctrine, Britain supported it to prevent further European expansion in the Western Hemisphere, shaping future U.S. relations with both Europe and Asia.

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Ch 8 Monroe Doctrine 20-21 (1)

The Monroe Doctrine, articulated in 1823, asserted that the American continents were no longer open to colonization by European powers, emphasizing the distinct political systems of America versus the monarchical systems of Europe. This proclamation was influenced by the political climate in Europe, particularly the actions of the Holy Alliance, which posed a threat to the sovereignty of the Americas. Although the United States lacked the military power to enforce this doctrine, Britain supported it to prevent further European expansion in the Western Hemisphere, shaping future U.S. relations with both Europe and Asia.

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APUSH. Thomas. The Monroe Doctrine

The Monroe Doctrine (1823)


…In the discussion to which this interest [Russia's on the northwest coast] has given rise, 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 the future colonization by
any European powers. . . .

…The political system of the Allied Powers [Holy Alliance] is essentially different in this respect from that
of America. This difference proceeds from that which exists in their prospective [monarchical]
governments; and to the defense of our own, which has been achieved by the loss of so much blood and
treasure, and matured by the wisdom of their most enlightened citizens, and under which we have
enjoyed unexampled felicity, this whole nation is devoted. We owe it, therefore, to candor and to the
amicable relations existing between the United States and those powers to declare that we should
consider any attempt on their part to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as
dangerous to our peace and safety…

Complete the Following


1. Close Read he Monroe Doctrine

2. What was going on in Europe at this time that would compel Present Monroe (and Secretary of

State John Quincy Adams) to make this proclamation. Be Specific (this is contextualization)

3. The Fledgling United States was not in a position to enforce this. What nation did and why?

4. What impact will this doctrine have on future US relationships with Europe? With Asia?

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