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Monroe Doctrine
What is the Monroe Doctrine?A policy of U.S. opposition to any European interference in the affairs of the Western Hemisphere, announced by President Monroe in 1823.President Monroe warned all outside powers not to interfere with affairs in the Western Hemisphere.
What events made this possible?The defeat of Napoleon in 1815Spain and Portugal wanted to regain their former colonies in Latin AmericaRussians were establishing trading posts in the northwestPosed a threat to American trade with China
What is the importance?It protected to United States from  European affairs and existing colonies in the Western HemisphereEssential part of U.S. foreign policy
Extra InformationThe United States would consider it to be “dangerous to our peace and safety” by attempting to create new colonies or trying to overthrow the newly republicsThe United States would completely isolate itself from European powers