The Monroe Doctrine’s effectiveness in the late 19th century was greatly enhanced by the:
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Correct answer: Rise of the United States as an industrial and naval power
By the 1890s, the U.S. had developed a modern 'Steel Navy.' This allowed the government to finally back up its diplomatic warnings with credible military force, as seen in the Venezuelan crisis of 1895.
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