Expansionism was a primary issue during the election of 1844, along with what to do with Texas. James K. Polk won the election.
They stated that they would not recognize new territories gained by force in Manchuria.
The Mexican War 1846-1848, was under the banner of "Manifest Destiny."
well i have a question regarding the Darwinists i would like to now how they justify expansionism? thank you
At the end of the nineteenth century, American expansionism transformed in many ways. Their position in the global affairs right before World War I was very good actually. They had control over any expansion and over the problems that would raise up in America and the global affairs. Because of their methods of transportation and power, the United States attained authority and reached halfway around the world without any serious problems. America changed many things for the good of every citizen, and if it wasn't for their position in the global affairs, we wouldn't have the opportunities we have today. Also, their changes helped out the World War I. The war could of been more devastating, but America changed that as well.
describe the sources and processes of American expansionism-both in the American west and into countries
American expansionism.
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Businessmen and farmers stood a lot to gain from American expansionism. They would have more markets to sell products to.
The importance of the navy in imperial expansion
The Monroe Doctrine proclaimed that European powers should not interfere in the Western Hemisphere, allowing the US to expand its influence in the region. Social Darwinism provided a pseudo-scientific justification for imperialism by suggesting that certain nations were inherently superior and destined to rule over others, promoting expansionism under the guise of spreading civilization and progress.
wanted more than anyone to build a canal through Panama.
because they want their buisness to be big
Even further expansionism which was only delayed by the US Civil War.
The Spanish-American War of 1898.
More land = more industry. Industrialists benefited greatly from the expansionism that occurred by American imperialism.
expansionism