The United States Government and the Greek War of Independence

While the Greek War of Independence enjoyed remarkable support among the United States public, the Government of the United States was very cautious in its reaction. Reluctant to assume onerous international obligations and fearful of alienating the European Great Powers, it limited itself to moral...

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Published in:European journal of American studies 2022-04, Vol.17 (1)
Main Author: Karvounarakis, Theodosios
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
American history
Congressional elections
Daniel Webster
Foreign policy
Holly Alliance
John Quincy Adams
Lafayette
Neutrality
Political representation
President Monroe
Presidential elections
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Summary:While the Greek War of Independence enjoyed remarkable support among the United States public, the Government of the United States was very cautious in its reaction. Reluctant to assume onerous international obligations and fearful of alienating the European Great Powers, it limited itself to moral support and some gestures of good will, involving minimum risk.
ISSN:1991-9336
1991-9336
DOI:10.4000/ejas.17764