Imperialism and the Spanish American War

I. Factors that fueled Imperialism Desire for Military Strength Need for more natural resources and markets. Belief in Cultural Superiority

II. Spanish American war A) The United States had a long held interest in Cuba

Cuba was a Spanish Colony. The Spanish were treating the Cubans badly so many started to rebel, led by Jose Marti. 3) Many American Newspapers engaged in Yellow Journalism which exaggerated events that were happening in Cuba.

B) De Lome Letter A letter from the Spanish Minister that called President McKinley weak. -Americans were mad!

C) U.S.S. Maine explodes, although nobody knew the cause, journalists blamed it on the Spanish.

D) U.S. declares war on Spain, battles are fought in the Philippines and in the Caribbean 1) Cuba gains Independence from Spain and the U.S. gains Puerto Rico, Guam and the Philippines https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8g8NpQsmxj4 1:19

3.2 Video Questions How were the Filipinos portrayed by the Americans and the American press? What were Aguinaldo and other Filipinos upset about when the Spanish surrendered? Why did McKinley want Manila? Why did the Democrats oppose Imperialism? What are the arguments for and against annexing the Philippines.

3.3 Background Essay Answer in Complete sentences What year was the Spanish American war fought? Who was Aguinaldo and what was his expectation when the Americans defeated the Spanish in Manila Bay? Name two Americans who opposed annexation. Name two Americans who supported annexation. Answer in Complete sentences