Remember the Maine
What happened to the USS Maine from the explosion and how many people died?
The USS Maine was shattered and 260 people died.
How many people died in the first couple months from wounds?
400
Why were business leaders worried about the rebellion being close to the United States?
They were worried about the loss of property and trade in Cuba.
What is the definition of the word armistice?
An agreement to end fighting.
When did Congress declare war against Spain?
April 25, 1898
About how many people died from diseases?
Over 2,000
Who were the newspaper publishers supporters of?
U.S military involvement in Cuba
What does protectorate mean?
A country under control of a different country.
Why did the Congress declare war against Spain?
President Mckinley demanded a truce but the Spanish did not agree to all of the demands. This did not please Mckinley and Congress.
What type of fighting was allowed in this war?
Heavy fighting.
Who was Joseph Pulitzer's World's newspaper competing against?
William Randolph Heart's Journal
What is a territory?
An area completely controlled by a country.
What does the slogan ''Remember the Maine'' mean?
A rally cry for revenge.
Where was Theodore Roosevelt when the war started?
He was serving a post with the navy.
What is biased and false reporting know as?
Yellow Journalism
What Amendment did Congress adopt in 1901?
Patt Amendment
Why did President Mckinley send the battleship USS Maine to Havana?
He wanted to protect American citizens and property.
When Roosevelt formed a regiment who were the people that volunteered?
Former cowhands and college students.
Where did the term yellow journalism come from?
The term came from the yellow ink used in a popular carbon strip that appeared in the newspapers.
How was the United States recognized after the war?
As a major military power with interest in foreign affairs and overseas possessions.