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The Monroe doctrine Europe: absolutely no trespassing; stay in Europe. Sincerely yours….USA.

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1 The Monroe doctrine Europe: absolutely no trespassing; stay in Europe. Sincerely yours….USA

2 The Basics Who == James Monroe When == December 02, 1823
What == American policy to warn Europe to stay out of the entire Western Hemisphere (Americas)

3 James monroe

4 4 Main points 1 = US stays out of Europe’s affairs
2 = Western Hemisphere – OFF-LIMITS to future colonization by any foreign power 3 = US recognizes and won’t interfere with colonies already claimed in the Americas 4 = US will assume that any attempt to colonize or interfere with the Americas is a threat and hostile act

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