Southeast Asia and US Imperialism

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What countries had colonies in Southeast Asia?

How did France get control of Indochina?

What was different about Siam in regards to its relationship to colonialism?

For several years, what was the United States’ view on foreign policy (think Hamilton Cabinet Battle #2)?

What did the United States function as for the Western Hemisphere (North and South America - think Monroe Doctrine)?

In your own words describe manifest destiny and how the US used it in Western Expansion.

Why did the US want to gain more territory, colonies, etc?

Briefly describe how the US acquired Hawaii. Consider the following in your answers. Why was this significant? What was unusual about the US annexing Hawaii? Who were or what was the Hawaiian league?

Why did the US declare war on Spain - what events led to it?