America as a World Power

Definition

America as a World Power refers to the period when the United States emerged as one of the major global powers following its victory in the Spanish-American War (1898) and the acquisition of overseas territories.

Related terms

Imperialism: Imperialism is a policy or ideology advocating for extending a nation's power through territorial acquisition or by gaining control over other countries' political or economic systems.

Monroe Doctrine: The Monroe Doctrine was an American foreign policy statement issued in 1823 that warned European nations against interfering with independent countries in the Americas.

Open Door Policy: The Open Door Policy was a U.S. foreign policy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that advocated for equal trading rights and access to China's market among various imperial powers.