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Spanish-American War
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U.S.S. Maine Voyage
President McKinley sends the U.S.S. Maine to Cuba. Very soon after the U.S.S. Maine had exploded, killing 260 sailors. Information from textbook.
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Beginning of the Spanish-American War
President McKinley signed a resolution that called Cuba's independence. Spain refused, starting the war. Information from textbook.
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Battle of Manila
The battle in Manila began. Commodore George Dewey's forces destroyed the Spanish fleet. Information from textbook.
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San Juan Hill invasion
U.S. troops, including the Rough Riders attacked San Juan Hill. San Juan Hill is located outside of Santiago, Cuba. Information from textbook.
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Surrender of Santiago, Cuba
Santiago Harbor is attacked a week prior to date. The city had surrendered on this day. Information from textbook.
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A Truce
Spain signed a truce with America. To U.S. Secretary of State, "It was a splendid little war." Information from textbook.
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A Treaty with Paris
Spain had run out of options. The final peace treaty was signed in Paris on this day. Information from textbook. -
Open Door Policy
Secretary of State John Hay asked nations in the region to follow an Open Door Policy. This meant no single country should have a monopoly with China. Information from textbook. -
Boxer Rebellion
The Chinese resented foreigners attitude of cultural superiority. This started the Boxer Rebellion. Information from textbook. -
Panama Canal
The country of Panama was created. This was a result of the Panama Canal. Information from textbook.