On the other hand, the development of such a policy was a logical sequence of the Monroe Doctrine.

That it was a step in the general development of policy on the part of the United States and not a random leap is indicated by the manner in which it has been followed up.

In 1911 treaties with Nicaragua and Honduras somewhat similar to the Dominican protocol were negotiated by Secretary Knox but failed of ratification.

Subsequently under President Wilson's Administration, the treaty with Nicaragua was redrafted and was ratified by both parties.

Hayti, too, was in financial difficulties and, at about the time of the outbreak of the Great War, it was reported that Germany was about to relieve her needs at the price of harbors and of control.