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American Imperialism World Leader or Bully

Explore key events of American imperialism from 1867 to 1914. Analyze whether the U.S. acted as a world leader or bully based on historical evidence. History students studying U.S. foreign policy and global influence in the late 1800s–early 1900s.

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American Imperialism: World Leader or BullyDirections: In the late 1800 s America joined European powers in creating an overseas empire. This is calledimperialism - when powerful nations exert their conlrol over foreign territories. Listed below are 10 key events inthe building of America s overseas empire. Analyze these 10 events and determine whether America was actingas a world leader by promoting good or as a bully pushing smaller states around in America's best interest. Thenprovide evidence as to why.EvidenceEventsYearThe U S purchased Alaska fromRussia primanty to acquire itsabundant natural resources.US PurchasesAlaska1807The plantation owners in the regioncollaborated to overthrow thegovernment at the islands and dethronetheir queen.The US TakesHawaii1808Spanish AmericanWarSpain attacked the battleship in the minesat Havana harbor.1808Puerto Rco was given a civil government oroviian law.LeaderForaker actThe amendment protected Cuba aindependence.Platt Amendment1901The United Stales intervened to remove theSpanish and was criticized 1ar using military powerin the Pacific.Philippine-American War1902All countries should have the same chances totrade with China.Open Door Notes1899Gentleman'sAgreement of 1907TextTextAgreed to he o complete thePanama Canal and allowed othercountries to keep using it.1914Panama CanalThe US will only step i n ii it really has to inthe Western Hemisphere. It also promisesnot io misuse its power lhere.RooseveltCorollary1904LeaderAfler completing the chart above determine whether America acted more like a World Leader or a World Bullyduring the age of Imperialism. In a short persuasive essay, explain your choice with evidence from history.
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