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a history of naval warfare published in 1890 by Alfred Thayer Mahan.
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a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
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Dole declared Hawaii an independent republic. Spurred by the nationalism aroused by the Spanish-American War, the United States annexed Hawaii in 1898 at the urging of President William McKinley. Hawaii was made a territory in 1900, and Dole became its first governor.
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DescriptionThe Spanish–American War was an armed conflict between Spain and the United States in 1898.
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The Open Door Policy is a term in foreign affairs initially used to refer to the United States policy established in the late 19th century and the early 20th century that would allow for a system of trade in China open to all countries equally.
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The Panama Canal officially opened on August 15, 1914, although the planned grand ceremony was downgraded due to the outbreak of WWI.
