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Monroe Doctrine
The Monroe Doctrine was a document that stated that the American continents could not be considered as subjects of European colonization. -
Opium Wars
The Opium Wars were wars between China and Britian over the smuggling of opium. The war lasted from 1839-1860 and the British defeated the Chinese easily. -
Treaty of Kanagawa
This treaty was signed by the U.S. and Japan to open the ports of Shimoda and Hakodate to Armerican Trade. -
Sepoy Rebellion
The Sepoy Rebellion was when the Sepoys, or Indian soldiers, rebelled against the British. This revolt was put down by the British within a year. -
Open Door Policy
The Open Door Policy was created by the U,S to open Chinese trade to all nations. -
Boxer Rebellion
The Boxer Rebellion was when the Peasants set siege on the European section of Beijing for months. The Chinese government did not interfere. -
Panama Canal Finished
The Panama Canal was built after President Roosevelt helped people in Panama win a revolutionary war.
