1.Desire for new world markets to sell American goods 2.Sources for raw materials I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF AMERICAN IMPERIALISM
Pushed for American leadership over Latin American nations Presided over the first Pan-American Conference in Washington DC I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF AMERICAN IMPERIALISM
Hawaii an important center for sugar production Leader of Hawaii President Cleveland refused to annex Hawaii Hawaii not annexed until 1898 I CAN DESCRIBE HOW THE U.S. GAINED CONTROL OF HAWAII
Cuba in the late 1800’s is a colonial possession of Spain Strong connection between America and Cuban people Sugar plantations important to America Spanish General “Butcher” Weyler very hard on Cubans Supposed Spanish atrocities were occurring in Cuba “Yellow Journalists” Pulitzer and Hearst hype the situation in their newspapers I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Remington sent by Pulitzer and Hearst to send back pictures of Spanish cruelty in Cuba Remington reports nothing happening Private letter from the Spanish minister in Washington to Dupuy de Lome Criticized President William McKinley Published by Hearst and Pulitzer I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
US ship Maine sent to Havana Cuba to monitor Mysteriously blew up with 260 Americans killed Probably accidental, but US led to believe Spanish did it US declared war on Spain in 1898 I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
William McKinley president during Spanish-American War Much more imperialistic than other presidents I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Said US would given Cuba independence once Spanish were kicked out US not prepared for a war in Cuba Major killer of soldiers was malaria, typhoid, dysentery, and yellow fever Embalmed Beef--canned meat eaten by soldiers Regiment of volunteers organized by Teddy Roosevelt Led by Col. Leonard Wood Most famous battle was Battle of San Juan Hill Made Roosevelt famous and propelled him towards the Presidency Tried to make sure US had a hand in Cuban affairs Said: 1.Cuba couldn’t join or indebt itself to other nations 2.US could send troop to restore order 3.Guantanamo Bay Naval station for US forces I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Stated that the US Constitution did not always follow the flag Medical doctor who made major advancements in yellow fever I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
US Naval commander sent by T. Roosevelt to sink Philippine ships Philippine insurgent leader who assisted US forces in freeing the island from Spanish control Will turn and fight against US later on I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Treaty of Paris ended war with Spain 1.Freed Cuba from Spain 2.US got Guam 3.US got Puerto Rico 4.US gained control of the Philippines I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
China also seen as a major strategic area for the United States By late 19 th century, Japan and western European powers had carved much of China into separate spheres of influence US manufacturers feared Chinese markets would be taken over by Europeans and US left out Open Door note issued by Sec. of State John Hay Basically stated China must stay open to all powers and that Europe could not shut others out Millions of Chinese enraged over Open Door Policy Rebellion to try and push foreigners out of China--failed! I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
McKinely won the election, but was assassinated on September Roosevelt became the new president!!!!! I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Became the youngest president in American history First president to play a significant role in foreign affairs Major supporter of military and naval preparedness I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Panama Canal built to connect two oceans! How did Roosevelt go about getting it??? Tell me! I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
War between Russia and Japanese over territory War ended with assistance from Theodore Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt wins Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR
Example of US nativism towards Asians Schools said Asian children should attend a special school People in Japan became furious over discrimination Roosevelt invited entire San Francisco School Board to the White House to discuss problem Solution????? Coerced Californians’ to repeal the order Japan agreed to stop flow of immigrants and children would be allowed back in schools I CAN LIST THE CAUSES OF THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR