Why did Roosevelt become involved in the Panamanian rebellion against Colombia?

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Responses

to limit Colombia's power
to limit Colombia's power

to show American might in Latin America
to show American might in Latin America

to ensure the Panama Canal would be built
to ensure the Panama Canal would be built

to support freedom and independence
to support freedom and independence
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Answer 1

All of the above options are valid reasons for Roosevelt becoming involved in the Panamanian rebellion against Colombia.

Answer 2

pick one

Answer 3

To ensure the Panama Canal would be built.