American Yawp Chapter 19: American Empire Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of imperialism?

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force (correct)

A type of economic policy

The act of colonizing a country

A cultural movement in art

The Open Door Policy was initiated by the US to protect equal privileges among countries trading with China.

True

Who was John Hay?

Secretary of State who articulated the Open Door Policy

What was the Spanish-American War?

War between Spain and the US fought in 1898 Signup and view all the answers

What event triggered the US to declare war in 1898?

The explosion of the USS Maine Signup and view all the answers

What does yellow journalism refer to?

Journalism that uses eye-catching headlines without solid news Signup and view all the answers

What is the Anti-Imperialist League?

An organization established to battle American annexation of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

Who was the 26th President of the US?

Theodore Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

What is 'The Influence of Seapower Upon History'?

A history of naval warfare published in 1890 Signup and view all the answers

What is Dollar Diplomacy?

The use of a country's financial power to extend its international influence Signup and view all the answers

Who was William Taft?

27th President of the US and the 10th Chief Justice Signup and view all the answers

What were Reconcentration Camps?

Detention camps for Cuban revolutionaries built by Weyler Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Battle of San Juan Hill?

A decisive battle of the Spanish-American War Signup and view all the answers

What does the Teller Amendment guarantee?

The US would not annex Cuba Signup and view all the answers

What were the Rough Riders?

Nickname given to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry led by Theodore Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

What was the Filipino-American War?

War between the US and the Filipino revolutionaries from 1899-1902 Signup and view all the answers

Who is Emiliano Aguinaldo?

Filipino revolutionary, politician, and military leader Signup and view all the answers

Who was William McKinley?

25th President of the US, served until his assassination in 1901 Signup and view all the answers

What were the Open Door Notes?

Messages sent by John Hay to other countries regarding trading rights in China Signup and view all the answers

What is the Roosevelt Corollary?

An addition to the Monroe Doctrine articulated by Theodore Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

What was the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

An agreement involving Spain ceding territories to the US Signup and view all the answers

What is the Panama Canal?

An artificial 77 kilometer waterway in Panama Signup and view all the answers

What was the Boxer Rebellion?

A rebellion in 1900s by a Chinese secret society against Western influence Signup and view all the answers

What is Manifest Destiny?

The belief that US expansion was justified and inevitable Signup and view all the answers

Who was Valeriano Weyler?

A Spanish general and colonial administrator Signup and view all the answers

Who was Queen Liliuokalani?

The last sovereign of the Kamehameha dynasty Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Dollar Diplomacy?

It extended US influence through financial means Signup and view all the answers

Who was Commodore George Dewey?

Admiral of the Navy Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'A Splendid Little War' refer to?

John Hay's name for the Spanish-American War Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts of American Imperialism

Imperialism: Policy of expanding a nation's power and influence through diplomatic or military means.
Open Door Policy: Initiated in 1899, aimed to ensure equal trading rights in China, promoting international trade and welfare.
Spanish-American War (1898): Conflict instigated by U.S. intervention in Cuba. Catalyzed by the explosion of the USS Maine.
Yellow Journalism: Sensationalist reporting that prioritized profit over factual news, influential during the build-up to the Spanish-American War.

Notable Figures in American Empire

John Hay: Secretary of State who articulated the Open Door Policy and dubbed the Spanish-American War "A Splendid Little War."
Theodore Roosevelt: 26th U.S. President, leader of the Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War, known for his assertive foreign policy.
William Taft: 27th President and later Chief Justice, famously associated with Dollar Diplomacy.
Alfred Thayer Mahan: Naval officer whose book emphasized the importance of naval power in global politics.

Military and Political Events

The Maine: U.S. battleship whose explosion in Havana Harbor led to the declaration of war against Spain.
Rough Riders: A volunteer cavalry regiment led by Roosevelt that played a key role in the Battle of San Juan Hill.
Filipino-American War (1899-1902): Conflict between the U.S. and Filipino revolutionaries as they fought for independence.
Battle of San Juan Hill: Notable battle during the Spanish-American War that marked a turning point in favor of U.S. forces.

Legislative and Treaties

Teller Amendment: Passed in 1898; assured the U.S. would not annex Cuba after the war.
Treaty of Paris (1898): Ended the Spanish-American War; Spain relinquished Cuba and ceded Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines to the United States.
Platt Amendment: Added to the Army Appropriation Bill in 1901; established conditions for U.S. interventions in Cuba.
Open Door Notes: Series of diplomatic messages affirming U.S. trading rights in China, sent to major world powers.

Impacts and Reactions

Anti-Imperialist League: Formed in 1898 to oppose the annexation of the Philippines, advocating against imperial overreach.
Reconcentration Camps: Established by Spanish General Weyler for Cuban insurgents, drawing criticism for humanitarian abuses.
Boxer Rebellion (1900): Anti-foreign uprising in China, reflecting resistance against Western colonial influence.

Expansion and Infrastructure

The Panama Canal: Completed canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, a strategic asset for trade and military movement.
Manifest Destiny: Ideological precursor to imperialism, asserting that U.S. expansion was both justified and inevitable.
Commodore George Dewey: Naval commander known for leading the U.S. fleet to victory in the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War.

Significant Figures and Influences

Valeriano Weyler: Spanish general known for his brutal tactics in Cuba, which fueled anti-Spanish sentiment in the U.S.
Queen Liliuokalani: The last monarch of Hawaii, faced U.S. annexation pressures.
Emiliano Aguinaldo: Leader of the Filipino independence movement, recognized as the first President of the Philippines.

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Test your knowledge of American imperialism with these flashcards from Chapter 19 of the American Yawp. This quiz covers key terms, policies, and historical figures that shaped the era of American empire. Perfect for students wanting to reinforce their understanding of U.S. foreign policy during this period.