Explain "Expansionism" as a Theory of Foreign Relations

question 10

Essay

Explain "expansionism" as a theory of foreign relations. How and when did America adopt a theory of expansionism? Include an understanding of "manifest destiny" in your answer.

---

Definitions:

Economic Uncertainty

A situation where there is a lack of predictability or stability in the economic future, often leading to cautious financial planning and investments.

New Deal

A series of programs, public work projects, financial reforms, and regulations enacted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the United States during the 1930s, designed to help the country recover from the Great Depression.

Shopping Mall

is a large indoor or outdoor complex that houses a variety of stores, restaurants, and other service businesses, where individuals can shop for a wide range of products.

Suburbs

Residential areas situated on the outskirts of a city or large town, typically characterized by a lower population density than urban centers.