Introduction to the USS Maine Incident The sinking of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor on February 15, 1898, was a pivotal moment in American history. It not only marked the beginning of the Spanish-American War but also ignited a wave of nationalistic fervor and...
Joseph Pulitzer, publisher of the “World” newspaper was the main competitor against Will Randolph Hearst, publisher of the “Journal” newspaper. This struggle to be the best would later start the issues that lead to the Spanish-American War. The yellow kid comics were first sold to...
Historians’ viewpoints about the factors that lead to the Spanish-American War changed over time because different presidents, professors, naval officers and even journalists had different takes on it at different time periods. Like anyone would have different point of views on the topic, the documents...
The role of the international trade in the American foreign policy before the year 1914 can be divided into two major facts other than the major points mentioned in the book’s chapter for the past two decades, and this was according to the journal published...
The English defeat of the Spanish Armada was a major naval conflict during the Anglo-Spanish War. Spain was angered by Elizabeth’s support for Protestant Dutch rebels and raids held on Spanish ships transporting valuable silver. Both sides compromised with allies in a struggle for power....
The factors that have led to American involvement in imperialism are military strengths, new markets, and the trust of cultural superiority. The whole reason for the Spanish American war is because of the Cubans wanting their freedom from Spain, imperialism growing and lastly the sinking...
Introduction The Spanish American War was a turning point for the United States as a global power, and had profound implications not only for relations with Spain but also for domestic politics and policy making. This essay will explore the causes, course, and consequences of...
Conclusion Introduction The Adam-Onís Treaty, which you might also hear called the Transcontinental Treaty or even the Florida Purchase Treaty, was a pretty big deal in U.S.-Spanish history. So, what happened? Well, on February 22, 1819, this treaty got signed and then ratified in 1821....
