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1 The Spanish American War
The best example of American imperialism at the turn of the century

2 Why did Spain and the U.S go to war over Cuba?
To “liberate” Cuba from the Spanish Cubans revolted in 1895, demanding independence Spain had installed a military government in Cuba Rebels in Cuba were thrown into concentration camps

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4 Reason #2: Dollars and Defense
Also, Cuba was a very important source of sugar, and there were many American investments in Cuba Some Americans had suggested that Cuba become a state

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8 WAR IS DECLARED President McKinley asks to send troops to end the war
Congress passes a joint resolution for a free Cuba It’s on!

9 The Event The war only lasted a few months
US Troops fought in the Caribbean and in the Pacific US was not very prepared

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