1. America Comes of Age (1890-1920)
Lesson 6 The Spanish-American War

2. America Comes of Age (1890-1920) Lesson 6 The Spanish-American War
Learning Objectives
Explain the causes of the Spanish-American War.
Identify the major battles of the Spanish-American War.
Describe the consequences of the war, including the debate over imperialism.
Examine the causes and consequences of the Philippine insurrection.

3. America Comes of Age (1890-1920) Lesson 6 The Spanish-American War
Key Terms
José Martí
William Randolph Hearst
Yellow Press
jingoism,
George Dewey
Emilio Aguinaldo
Rough Riders
Treaty of Paris
insurrection
guerrilla warfare,
William Howard Taft

4. Causes of the Spanish-American War
American power and economic interests around the world were growing. Still, the United States remained reluctant to risk war with other powers to acquire colonies. That changed, however, in 1898, when America went to war against Spain. The United States acquired colonies and became a world power.

5. Causes of the Spanish-American War
U.S. Sympathies for Cuban Rebels
Influence of Mass Media
The Explosion of the Maine
The Spanish-American War Begins

6. Causes of the Spanish-American War
A group of Cuban rebels attacked a Spanish plantation overseer.

7. American Forces Defeat the Spanish
Americans responded enthusiastically to the war. About 200,000 men enlisted in the army, up from the 25,000 that enlisted at the beginning of In early May, as the United States Army prepared to attack, Americans heard news of a great naval victory over Spain. But, surprisingly, the victory was not in Cuba. Rather, it was in the Pacific Ocean, on the opposite side of the world.

8. American Forces Defeat the Spanish
Acquiring the Philippines
Victory in the Philippines

9. American Forces Defeat the Spanish
Analyze Maps Why did American forces likely launch their attack on the Philippines from the British port city of Hong Kong?

10. American Forces Defeat the Spanish
African Americans made up approximately 10 percent of U.S. forces during the Spanish-American War. Infer What do you think motivated African Americans to join the armed forces during the Spanish-American War?

11. American Forces Defeat the Spanish
Analyze Graphs What threat posed the greatest danger to U.S. forces during the Spanish-American War?

12. The War as a Turning Point
Secretary of State John Hay referred to the conflict with Spain as a “splendid little war” because of the ease and thoroughness of America’s victory. Although the war may have been “splendid,” it created a new dilemma for Americans: What should the United States do with Spain’s former possessions?

13. The War as a Turning Point
Pros and Cons of the Treaty of Paris
Differing Views on U.S. Expansionism

14. The War as a Turning Point
Analyze Information How did the Spanish-American War contribute to the rise of the United States as a world power?

15. The War as a Turning Point
Analyze Political Cartoons What does the portrayal of the territories on the wall poster imply about American involvement in those regions?

16. Effects of U.S. Expansionism in the Philippines
America’s decision to keep the Philippines reflected a desire to expand its influence, compete with European colonial powers, and gain new trade in Asia.

17. Effects of U.S. Expansionism in the Philippines
Guerrilla War Erupts in the Philippines
The Philippines Begin Limited Self-Rule
Growing U.S. Position as a World Power

18. Effects of U.S. Expansionism in the Philippines
Emilio Aguinaldo fought first as an American ally against the Spanish, then led an insurrection against America in favor of Filipino self-rule.

19. Effects of U.S. Expansionism in the Philippines
Analyze Information How did American investment in Cuba in the early 1900s affect the level of sugar production in Cuba?

20. Quiz: Causes of the Spanish-American War
How did the Yellow Press affect American sentiment toward the crisis in Cuba?
A. It fueled American jingoism and anger toward Spain.
B. It angered the United States by criticizing Cuban rebels.
C. It encouraged a peaceful resolution between Spain and Cuba.
D. It improved understanding between the United States and Spain.

21. Quiz: American Forces Defeat the Spanish
Which group of soldiers did Theodore Roosevelt lead during the Spanish-American War?
A. the Rough Riders
B. the Ninth Cavalry
C. the Tenth Regiment
D. the Freedom Riders

22. Quiz: The War as a Turning Point
Why did the Anti-Imperialist League argue against the U.S. occupation of the Philippines?
A. It would negatively impact relations with Spain.
B. It would slow American economic growth.
C. It would go against the principles of American government.
D. It would violate the conditions of the Teller Amendment.

23. Quiz: Effects of U.S. Expansionism in the Philippines
How did Filipinos respond to U.S. rule in the Philippines?
A. with peaceful protests
B. with guerrilla warfare
C. with diplomatic measures
D. with economic sanctions