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Diplomacy

Is it still called that when you threaten countries with war? . Diplomacy. Latin American Independence. By 1810, opposition to Spanish rule in Latin America was growing rapidly. Spain, weakened by war, was unable to maintain control of its colonies.

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Diplomacy

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  1. Is it still called that when you threaten countries with war? Diplomacy

  2. Latin American Independence • By 1810, opposition to Spanish rule in Latin America was growing rapidly. • Spain, weakened by war, was unable to maintain control of its colonies. • From 1821 to 1825, almost all of the Spanish colonies revolted and set up new countries.

  3. The Monroe Doctrine • James Monroe was worried European countries may try to re-colonize the new Latin American countries. • He stated that United States would not tolerate European powers interfering in Latin America. • The Monroe Doctrine was an effective bluff.

  4. No (European) Trespassing

  5. The Presidency of Andrew Jackson • Jackson served two terms from 1829-1837. • As a man who rose from humble beginnings, he urged all citizens to vote. • Unfortunately, his presidency would be marred by his policies on Native American relocation.

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