Spanish American War

What was the cause of the conflict between Cuba and Spain?

• Cuba wanted independence from Spain

• Spain owned the land and wanted it back

What is yellow Journalism?

• sensational. exaggerated news stories

• adding color like the comics to their writings

Why was the United States successful in defeating Spain?

• They had a very poor military system

• Many natives were revolting against Spain so they were already too busy fighting so many others.

What 4 territories did the US gain as a result of the war?

• Cuba, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Philippines

• Spain, Haiti, Cuba and South America

A group that opposed the treaty and the creation of an American colonial empire.

• Teller Amendment

• Anti-Imperialist League

Who was the Filipino rebel who led the US troops to control the Philippine capital, Manila.

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Jose Dewey

Roosevelt organized the Rough Riders to fight in Cuba. There were 4 African Americans who received what for their heroic fighting.

• More military pay for their families

• Congressional Medal of Honor

Where does the saying "Remember the Maine!" come from?

• A state that fought for its freedom and showed others independence is necessary

• A ship sent to Cuba to protect US citizens that sank and 266 military men died.

This document limited Cuba's right to make treaties.

• Teller Amendment

• Platt Amendment

This document stated that the US had no interest in controlling Cuba.

• Platt Amendment

• Teller Amendment