KEY TERMS Key Terms and People to Know for the Regents Exam
Roosevelt Corollary
Theodore Roosevelt expanded the Monroe Doctrine with corollary (addition) that stated that America would intervene in Latin America and would “police” the Western Hemisphere to protect American military and economic interests.
“Big Stick” Diplomacy
Roosevelt’s stated that America should “speak softly and carry a big stick” in foreign policy interactions. Roosevelt expanded the military (the “big stick”) and sent the Great White Fleet of warships around the world to display US power.
Panama Canal
Roosevelt used the military to intimidate Colombia and secure Panama’s independence so that America could build a canal through Panama to link the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This canal helped the US move military and merchant ships quickly.
Dollar Diplomacy
President Taft and President Wilson followed Roosevelt’s policy of intervention in Latin America and the Caribbean, but they favored the use of American financial power rather than military strength to accomplish their goals.