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Spanish American War
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De Lome Letter
The Spanish Ambassador Enrique De Lome sent this letter to William McKinley calling him weak. This letter induced a desire for war by the public and bitter emotions towards Spain -
Sinking of the USS Maine
An explosion sunk the USS Maine ship, killing 266 Americans. Enraged, the American press expressed the idea that the explosion was an act of war by the Spansh. Soon the explosion was exacerbated and the public demanded that the U.S. government take action. -
U.S. Declares war on Spain
Following the sinking of the USS Maine, the American government declared war on the Spanish in April -
Attack on Manila Bay
The first major engageent of the Spanish American War. The U.S. Navy destroyed the Spanish and severely decreased influence of Spanish rule in the Philippines -
Battle of San Juan Hill
This battle was decisive for who was to win the war. The Rough Riders won and Roosebelt gained prestige that was ato help him win the future election. This battle also helped to show how powerful America was. -
Treaty of Paris
The treaty of Paris officially ended the war. With the treaty the U.S. recieved the territoties of the Philippines, Guam, and Cuba.
