America's+Role+Overseas+(Margarita+&+Tom)

In the 1920's America did not have a lot going on pertaining to foreign relations. Many immigrants would come from other countries to America in search of a better life, in fact America had to pass the Immigration Act of 1924. The act made restrictions on how many immigrants from each country would be allowed into America each month. One of the only things America was involved with other countrys is there realationship became worse with Mexico. The president of Mexico wanted to pass laws that would allow Mexico to take more control of there resources. Obviously american oil companies were not happy about this. There were possibilities of america going ti war with mexico but the conflict was resolved peacefully.

Tom Hillebrecht http://www.manythings.org/voa/history/173.html

The 1920's: American Role Overseas

During the 1920’s, America was at peace after World War 1. The nation was more focused on improving their economy than involving themselves in foreign affairs. The United States became a strong country through politics, trade, and mutual interests. America was producing goods such as steel, coal, and food. In 1920, the U.S. had a higher income than Britain, France, Germany, and Japan all together.  Apart from the economy, the United States helped resolve conflicts over borders in Latin American countries with the help of Charles Evans Hughes who was the Secretary of State. American marines were sent by President Coolidge to Nicaragua to help protect a conservative government. In 1925, the president of Mexico enforced more restrictions over its mineral and oil sites. The oil companies and businesses of the United States were not too pleased with this. The majority of them demanded American interference.

Margarita Berrio

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