AMERICAN IMPERIALISM 1890 1919
THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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To open trade with Spain and Cuba
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To help put an end to the Cuban rebellion
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To help the Cubans gain independence
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To gain control of the Philippines
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Detailed explanation-1: -On April 25, 1898 the United States declared war on Spain following the sinking of the Battleship Maine in Havana harbor on February 15, 1898.
Detailed explanation-2: -The United States had millions of dollars invested in businesses in Cuba and there were many U.S. citizens in residence there. The U.S. also traded goods with Cuba. In 1898, the United States assisted in war to protect its citizens and businesses in Cuba.
Detailed explanation-3: -U.S. victory in the war produced a peace treaty that compelled the Spanish to relinquish claims on Cuba, and to cede sovereignty over Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines to the United States. The United States also annexed the independent state of Hawaii during the conflict.
Detailed explanation-4: -THE TWO MAIN REASONS: America’s supported the Cubans and Filipinos against the Spanish rule. The sinking of the battleship U.S.S. Maine in Havana Harbor.