What was the purpose of the Monroe doctrine

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Jamarion

9 November, 20:14

What was the purpose of the Monroe doctrine

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Susan Beasley · Answer 1

The Monroe Doctrine's purpose was to stake out a space in the Western Hemisphere where the European powers would stop meddling.

The US, through the Monroe Doctrine, wanted to establish itself as the dominant power in the Western hemisphere.

Macias · Answer 2

The Monroe doctrine's purpose was to stop European colonies from making more colonies in the Western Hemisphere.