Theodore Roosevelt's Corollary (SOAPTONE)

Source  

Who wrote the document?   

Teddy Roosevelt

What is the author’s background/point of view? 

He was the 26th President of the United States, a Republican, and leader of the Progressive movement.  

Whose point of view, given the topic, is 
missing?  

The point of view missing is those of the central and south America. Do they actually want military aid and involvement in their nations?  

Do you consider the source a reliable one on this topic?  Why/why not?

This source is a reliable source on documenting the greediness and controlling power of the United States Government. However, it inaccurately portrays the government because it makes it seem like they actually are concerned for their southern brethren rather than simply want more money and land to control. 

Occasion  

When was the document written?  

December 6th 1904

What does the date of the document tell you about its content?

this document was written during the progressive age when trust busting, workers and women's rights were starting to be considered . 

What other historical events were going on during this time?

Audience  

To whom is the author writing?  

The author is writing to the foreign nations who would want to interfere with the Americas. 

What type of document is this (diary entry, personal letter, public speech,
etc.)?    

This is an attachment to the Monroe Doctrine which is a piece of legislature. 

Does the private/public nature of the document inform you about its content(is the author sharing private thoughts, making a public pronouncement,
etc.)?

Because this is a public document that is trying to intimidate european powers from interfering with the Americas it may have more bark than bite. We also don't know if the real reason for writing the document was to keep away european powers or to be able to interfere with the western hemisphere whenever they want. 

Purpose  
Why was the document written?  What is the purpose of the document?  

This document was written to declare that the United State of America will be a police force in the Western Hemisphere. It was used to inform European powers that there would be military enforcement of the Monroe Doctrine. 

What is the document saying?

See above. 

Tone

What is the attitude of the speaker?

The speaker is authoritative and declarative. He will not accept no for an answer. He declares that European intervention will not be accepted.