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The De Lome Letter
The Spanish ambassador Enrique De Lome wrote a letter criticizing the American President McKinley, calling him weak. The letter was intercept and published, increasing public support to the war against Spain. -
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Spanish American War
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Sinking of the USS Maine
On February 15, an explosion sank the ship and killed 266 crewmembers. Although the cause was never determined, many Americans believed Spain was responsible - due primarily to yellow journalism - boosting popular support to war against Spain. -
US Declaration of War on Spain
As a result of the De Lome Letter and popular pressure after the sinking of the USS Maine, the United States declares war on Spain. -
The Battle of Manila Bay
The attack to Manila Bay marked the end of the Spanish Empire and transfer of the Philippines from the Spanish Empire to the United States. -
Battle of San Juan Hill
Fought in Cuba, the Battle of San Juan Hill became known because of the Rought Riders. However, the American side ended up with a greater number of men killed or wounded. -
Treaty of Paris
This document ended the Spanish-American war and resulted in the Spanish Empire's surrendering control of Cuba and ceding Puerto Rico, parts of the Spanish West Indies, the island of Guam, and the Philippines to the United States.
