Spanish american war
What happened to the entire Spanish fleet in Cuba?
All of Cerveras' ships were destroyed.
What caused the USS Maine to sink in Havana Harbor?
An explosion that happened from inside of the ship.
Where did the first battle of the Spanish American War take place?
The first battle of the Spanish American War took place in the Philippines
What do you think, "Speak softly, but carry a big stick" means?
The statement, "speak softly, but carry a big stick" means that you should be nice and kind, but do not let your guard down.
Why was the USS Maine sent to Havana in 1898?
The USS Maine was sent to Havana to protect Americans that were in Cuba.
List the dates and how long the United States was involved in the Spanish American War
1898- 1902
About how many United States soldiers died in the Spanish American War?
2,446
About how many United States soldiers served in the Spanish American War?
306,760
What type of gun did the Americans use to push the Spanish forces off of the hills outside of Santiago?
Americans used Gatling guns which were better for rapid fire.
What American became a hero or very popular after the Battle for Manila Bay?
Commodore George Dewey became a hero because of his victory at the Battle for Manila Bay.
Who lead the Filipino revolutionaries?
Emilio Aguinaldo led the Filipino revolutionaries and already controlled some of the countryside and took over a Phillippine Republic.
What opportunity did many people think America would gain from the Spanish American War?
Many people thought that with America going into war, The United States would have many other nations and locations seized. (More power)
What was the date for the Battle of Manila Bay?
May 1st, 1898
Why do you think naval strategist Alfred Thayer Mahan wanted America to become a global power
Naval strategist Alfred Thayer Mahan wanted America to become a global power because they were now a growing population and needed more supplies and protection.
Did any Americans die in combat during the Battle of Manila Bay?
No American lives were taken during the Battle of Manila Bay.
List five islands that the United States acquired in the late 1800s:
Philippines, Samoa, Guam, Wake Island, Hawaii.
What features did the new American Navy ships have?
The American Navy had new features including, steel hulls, steam engines, and large guns.
Until what year did the Filipino-American War last?
The Filipino- American War lasted until 1915.
What did the United States demand that Spain do with Cuba after the USS Maine exploded?
The United States demanded that Spain let Cuba have freedom from them, however this led to the Spanish- American war instead of a peaceful resolution.
Why did the United States need a strong navy?
The United States needed a strong navy because they needed to be able to protect their trading posts, and growing interests in places like Hawaii for example.
By the 1890s, what was America's global ranking for naval strength?
The navy was ranked top five in the world.
What did Theodore Roosevelt become famous for during the battle for Santiago?
Theodore Roosevelt became famous for going into San Juan HIll to fight with other members of the army.
How did Theodore Roosevelt become president in 1901?
Theodore Roosevelt became the 26th president of the United States in 1901 because of the former president William Mckinleys assassination in the same year.
List two reasons why America went to war with Spain:
They started a war with Spain to free Cuba from Spain having total control over them.
