16h 12min, dec 13, 1823 y - Monroe Doctrine
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Monroe declared that the west and east had different systems and must remain in distinct spheres. He made 4 basic points. The US promised to stay out of European affairs as long as Europe stayed out of the Western affairs. The doctrine warns Europe that the west will not tolerate further colonization.
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16h 12min, dec 13, 1823 y
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