Monroe Doctrine On American Imperialism

Overall the document addresses U.S. opposition towards European colonization in the Western Hemisphere. The references to the events in Spain and Portugal in the fourth paragraph are in regards to French occupation in the countries. During that time period, Neapolitan had been invading countries and was also in a war during the time period. The second paragraph references Russian relations with the U.S. around the time period.
2. In what ways, if any, does the Monroe Doctrine address American concerns for peace and safety?
The Monroe doctrine address European colonization in the western hemisphere as a threat to peace and safety. The document sates, “We owe it, therefore, to candor and to the amicable relations existing between the United
In what ways does the Monroe Doctrine remind European nations of the American policy of neutrality? Provide one quote to support your view.
The U.S. reminds that they declared themselves neutral when Spain acknowledged their issues. Monroe stated, “In the war between those new Governments and Spain we declared our neutrality at the time of their recognition, and to this we have adhered, and shall continue to adhere, provided no change shall occur which, in the judgement of the competent authorities of this Government, shall make a corresponding change on the part of the United States indispensable to their security.” The U.S. has declared neutrality and will stick to this unless security is infringed
Monroe states, “It is still the true policy of the United States to leave the parties to themselves, in hope that other powers will pursue the same course. . .” This shows the further position of U.S. neutrality because the nation leaves the subject open for others to adopt, but does not impose upon other governments.
6. In what ways, if any, does the Monroe Doctrine address American desires to expand its territory?
The Monroe doctrine requested that all European countries stop colonizing in the western hemisphere. This alludes to the American desire to expand territory because the land that is no longer colonized by Europe is able to be claimed by countries in the Western Hemisphere, such as the United States. So, unclaimed land in the west essentially belongs to the U.S.
7. Are there any other motives behind the Monroe Doctrine?
The document was also motivated by the Russian’s progressing down the Alaskan coast. This threatened western land in the Americas that could be claimed by the United States. The Monroe Doctrine requests that European countries stop colonizing in the western hemisphere, which would prevent Russia from claiming land in the