Key Terms in American History

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Theodore Roosevelt

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26th President of the United States, known for his progressive policies and strong foreign policy.

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Great White Fleet

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A fleet of U.S. Navy ships that completed a journey around the globe from 1907 to 1909, demonstrating American naval power.

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Rough Riders

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A volunteer cavalry regiment of soldiers led by Theodore Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War.

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Roosevelt Corollary

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An addition to the Monroe Doctrine stated by President Theodore Roosevelt, asserting the right of the United States to intervene in Latin America to preserve order and stability.

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Propaganda

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Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view.

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USS Maine

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An American naval ship that sank in Havana Harbor during the Cuban revolt against Spain, an event that became a catalyst for the Spanish-American War.

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Yellow Journalism

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A style of newspaper reporting that emphasized sensationalism over facts, often associated with the Spanish-American War.

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Monroe Doctrine

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A U.S. foreign policy statement made in 1823 declaring opposition to European colonialism in the Americas.

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Imperialism

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A policy of extending a country's power and influence by taking over land and expanding the country.