This cartoon comments on tactics used to — secure the southern border of California, protect shipping lanes in the Great Lakes, create a defensive alliance with France, obtain cont... This cartoon comments on tactics used to — secure the southern border of California, protect shipping lanes in the Great Lakes, create a defensive alliance with France, obtain control of the Panama Canal Zone.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking us to analyze a political cartoon that depicts Theodore Roosevelt's 'Big Stick' policy and to determine what specific tactic it comments on.
Answer
Obtain control of the Panama Canal Zone.
The final answer is obtain control of the Panama Canal Zone.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is obtain control of the Panama Canal Zone.
More Information
Roosevelt's Big Stick diplomacy was most famously applied to secure the construction and control of the Panama Canal, enhancing U.S. influence.
Tips
A common mistake is not connecting 'The Big Stick' with Roosevelt’s foreign policy in Latin America, specifically the Panama Canal.
Sources
- Roosevelt's “Big Stick” Foreign Policy | US History II - courses.lumenlearning.com
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