What was the Monroe Doctrine again?

Question

I forgot!!! I have a final tomorrow and I forgot!! *Sobbs in a corner*

Can you help me? *Smiles shyly*

Answer 1

It was James Monroe's opinion about Europe invading Latin American countries. In it, he said that Europe should not interfere with American affairs, and that if it did, America would not get involved in European matters as well. Thus the phrase "America for Americans.

Answer 2

The Monroe Doctrine was set out largely at the prompting of the British, who were worried about French and Spanish military power in the Americas.  There were fears that the Russians Austrians and Germans might assist in the subjugation of the rebelling Spanish colonies.  The doctrine was originally going to be a joint declaration with British Foreign Secretary George Canning, but the US government felt it would be better coming from them alone.  

The doctrine laid down that there should be no further European colonization of the Americas. Exceptions were made where it was in the interests of the USA, such as in Haiti/Dominican Republic.

Answer 3

The U.S. would protect the Americas (North American continent and South American continent) from European influences and control.

Answer 4

To sum it up:

The Monroe Doctrine is a U.S. doctrine which, on December 2, 1823, said that European powers were no longer to colonize or interfere with the affairs of the newly independent nations of the Americas. The United States planned to stay neutral in wars between European powers and their colonies.

Hope it helps :)