John Hay was the U.S. Secretary of State from 1898 to 1905. He played a key role in shaping American foreign policy, particularly in relation to China.
Related terms
Open Door Policy: This policy advocated for equal trading rights for all countries in China, without any exclusive control by any one country.
Boxer Rebellion: This was an anti-foreigner uprising in China from 1899 to 1901, which targeted foreigners and Christian missionaries.
Imperialism: The practice of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, military force, or economic domination over other territories or nations.