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Monroe Doctrine reflects special US interests in Americas
In 1823 president James Monroe signed the Monroe Doctrine. The Monroe Doctrine banned European intrests in the Americas. By saying thta Europeans could not settle in the Americas. -
China and Britain clash in the Opium War
In 1839, The Chinese and the Brittish fought in the Opium War. The Opium War was fought mainly at sea, where the British had the clear advantage. The Chinese were devasted, due to facing a far more technologically advanced opponent. As a result of the war, Britain got Hong Kong. -
Commodore Perry enters Tokyo Harbor
In 1853 Commodore Perry came to Tokyo harbor. When the Japanese saw Perry, they were in awe of the modernization and military power of the US. Later Perry said that if -
US wins Spanish American War
The Spanish American war was provoked by US writers in a type of writing called yellow journalism. As a result of the war, the US gained many islands, as well as a military presence on Cuba. However, the US also gained much need authority. -
Mexican Revolution begins
In 1910 the Mexican revoloution began. The revoloution was because Porforio Diaz became the cadillo of Mexico. The Mexican people did not like having a dictator, and decided to revolt against him. -
Panama Canal Opens
In 1914 the Panama Canal opened. When the US attempted to construct the canal, the panamanians asked for twice the mount the US was willing to pay, so the US founded a revoloution in Northern Panama.
