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The Monroe Doctrine

Explore the Monroe Doctrine: an official government policy in foreign affairs and military strategy. Learn about its historical background, including the U.S.'s stance on European colonization in Latin America. Discover how this doctrine shaped diplomatic relations and territorial claims during the early 19th century.

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The Monroe Doctrine

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  1. The Monroe Doctrine

  2. What is a doctrine? A statement of official government policy, especially in foreign affairs and military strategy.

  3. Based on the previous map, which country claimed the most land in Latin America? • Portugal • Spain • Britain • France

  4. What happened in the early part of 1800 that drastically changed Latin America? • Nothing • The U.S. claimed all the territory. • The Spanish gave up all of its land. • Many Latin American countries revolted and claimed their independence.

  5. As a review, what is a doctrine? • A doctor’s certificate • Any announcement made by a foreign nation. • A statement of official government policy, especially in foreign affairs and military strategy. • Something dealing with boring dead guys.

  6. Responding to (1) Russian territorial claims along the northern Pacific coast, and (2) concerned that European nations would attempt to seize recently independent Latin American states, President James Monroe announced a new national policy (a.k.a. doctrine).

  7. “… the American continents, by the free and independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers.” - Monroe Doctrine (1)No new colonies would be allowed in the Americas.

  8. (2) European powers were not to interfere in the affairs of the Western Hemisphere. “… we should consider any attempt on their [European powers] part to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as dangerous to our peace & safety.” - Monroe Doctrine (3) The U.S. would not interfere with European affairs.

  9. Which of the following statements best fits with the Monroe Doctrine? • “You stay out of our business and we’ll stay out of yours.” • “We’re sorry.” • “This means war!” • “Please stop attacking our ships!”

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