The open door policy was received with almost universal approval in the united states and for more than 40 years it was a cornerstone of america foreign policy in east Asia.
The Articles of Confederation, was in effect from March 1, 1781, when Maryland ratified it. The second, The Constitution, replaced the Articles when it was ratified by New Hampshire on June 21, 1788.
It was a respectful petition to King George III was to declare their right to approve laws passed by the parliament.
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