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China's disarray
China is in political and economic chaos while imperial nations fight for spheres and influence. -
The Open Door Policy
President McKinley proposed the "open door" that would allow all trading nations access to the Chinese market. -
Endorsement of Open Door Policy
Secretary John hay searched for proper endorsement for the policy by "circulating diplomatic notes among the major powers." Hay proposed that all countries should have equal trading rights to China, but China's territory is to remain theirs. Most imperialist countries agreed. -
Boxer Rebellion
Chinese individuals attempted to rebel with arms to attempt to end foreign occupation of their country. -
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Reinforcing th Open Door Policy
At the Washington Navel Conference imperialist countries attempted to strengthen the policy. -
Manchuria
China expanded its control into Manchuria