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American imperialism is the exercise of power by the United States outside its borders. The US expanded its territory initially via conquest and colonialism, later shifting to controlling/influencing other countries without conquest, using techniques such as alliances; aid; gunboat diplomacy; treaties; trade; support for preferred political factions; regime change; economic influence via private companies; and cultural influence.
American expansion ended in the late 19th century, with the exception of some Caribbean and Western Pacific islands. While the US does not typically identify itself and its territorial possessions as an empire, commentators such as Max Boot, Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr., and Niall Ferguson have done so.
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