something that follows; a natural consequence. An add-on.

Ended Japan's two-hundred year period of economic isolation. Secured American coaling rights in Japanese ports and protections for shipwrecked sailors.

many criticized the purchase of Alaska from Russia for 7.2 million dollars, calling it an icebox.

Ship captain who opened Japan for trade with United States

Secretary of State who was responsible for purchasing Alaskan Territory from Russia.

Navy officer whose ideas on naval warfare and the importance of sea-power changed how America viewed its navy; wrote "The influence of Sea Power upon History"

Increased size of Navy, "Great White Fleet". Added Roosevelt Corollary to Monroe Doctrine. "Big Stick" policy. Received Nobel Peace Prize for mediation of end of Russo-Japanese war.

the Hawaiian queen who was forced out of power by a revolution started by American business interests

16 American battleships sent around the world to display American naval power