“How did American foreign policy in three periods in question, (1890s, 1950s, and 1970s), shape
U.S. interventionism abroad?” (how did the world view of U.S. political institutions shape U.S.
involvement outside of its borders in these periods?)
1) In your paper address the three events discussed in the Kinzer book, (Philippine-American War,
destabilization of Iran in 1953, and involvement in deposing Salvador Allende in Chile in 1973). Place
them in the context of their time and how the political, social or economic influences of the period
ultimately informed U.S. intervention abroad. Overarchingly, tie them together creating an argument
about the nature of U.S. intervention in the 20th century. Were these moves justified in light of the
contemporary climate? Why or why not?
2) Address where these events fall in line with the stated desire of the U.S. to spread democracy abroad
and to defend others from oppression. Give supportive evidence of your take on the events using outside
primary and secondary sources (no fewer than 5 outside sources. This means not counting the Kinzer
document as a source and not counting your text book)
