Defining the doctrine
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Defining the doctrine
Defining the doctrine. Illustration shows a young boy labeled Venezuela complaining to Uncle Sam about the presence of a German battleship; Uncle Sam explains to him that the Monroe Doctrine will protect him from violence, but that he still must pay his honest debts.. Date 1902 January 22. Defining the doctrine. Illustration shows a young boy labeled Venezuela complaining to Uncle Sam about the presence of a German battleship; Uncle Sam explains to him that the Monroe Doctrine will protect him from violence, but that he still must pay his honest debts.. Date 1902 January 22
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This illustration from the January 22, 1902 issue of Puck magazine captures a pivotal moment in the history of the Monroe Doctrine. In the image, a young boy labeled "Venezuela" is shown pleading with an authoritative Uncle Sam about the presence of a German battleship in his waters. Uncle Sam, with a stern expression, reassures the boy that the Monroe Doctrine will shield him from external aggression. However, he also emphasizes the importance of honoring one's debts, as signified by a stack of papers at his feet. The Monroe Doctrine, first announced by President James Monroe in 1823, was a foreign policy principle that asserted American interests in the Western Hemisphere. It stated that European powers should not interfere in the affairs of American nations, while also emphasizing the need for these nations to maintain their independence and sovereignty. This cartoon, published during a time when tensions between European powers and Latin American countries were high, underscores the role of the Monroe Doctrine in protecting the region from foreign interference while also promoting financial responsibility. The image serves as a reminder of the historical significance of this doctrine and its enduring impact on U.S. foreign policy in the Americas.
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