Image Source - Introduction - The World of 1898: The Spanish-American War
Instructions
Use the following sources to complete the Guided Notes.
General Guided Notes
Background
The Spanish–American War was an armed conflict between Spain and the United States. Hostilities began in the aftermath of the internal explosion of USS Maine in Havana Harbor in Cuba, leading to U.S. intervention in the Cuban War of Independence.
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General Guided Notes
- When was the Spanish-American War?
- What was the purpose of this conflict?
- What were 3 major events that happened throughout this conflict?
- Why did everyone not agree with what was happening? What were the arguments for and against American Imperialism?
Background
The Spanish–American War was an armed conflict between Spain and the United States. Hostilities began in the aftermath of the internal explosion of USS Maine in Havana Harbor in Cuba, leading to U.S. intervention in the Cuban War of Independence.
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