Teddy Roosevelt's "Big Stick" diplomacy refers to his approach to foreign policy that emphasized using a strong military presence and the threat of force to achieve American goals. It was based on the proverbial phrase, "speak softly and carry a big stick."
Dollar Diplomacy: This term refers to President William Taft's foreign policy approach that focused on economic investments and promoting American business interests abroad.
Containment: Containment was the Cold War policy developed by George Kennan that aimed to prevent the spread of communism by containing it within its existing borders.
Brinkmanship: Brinkmanship is a foreign policy strategy used during the Cold War where both sides would push each other close to the brink of war in order to gain an advantage or force concessions.
How does Teddy Roosevelt's "Big Stick" diplomacy relate to later American foreign policies during the Cold War?
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