U.S Presidents
Who was President during the Spanish American War?
William McKinley
What is an armistice?
A ceasefire agreement to stop fighting
What does expansionism mean?
The policy of expanding a country's territory
Who was Leonard Wood?
A general who played a key role in the war
Who was William Randolph Hearst?
A newspaper publisher who sensationalized news stories
What year did William McKinley get elected President?
1896 and 1900
What did the Treaty of Paris signify?
Ended the Spanish-American War
What year was Alaska purchased?
1867
Who were the Buffalo Soldiers?
African American soldiers who fought in the war
What impact did yellow journalism have?
It stirred public interest and support for the war
Which President was in office during the Treaty of Paris?
William McKinley
What is a ceasefire?
A formal agreement to stop fighting
What is imperialism?
The policy of extending a country's power and influence
Who led the Rough Riders?
Theodore Roosevelt
What was the role of journalism in the Spanish American War?
It played a significant role in stirring public sentiment
Who succeeded William McKinley?
Teddy Roosevelt
What is the significance of the Platt Amendment?
It allowed the U.S. to intervene in Cuban affairs
What year did the U.S. acquire Hawaii?
1893
What was Theodore Roosevelt's role in the war?
He was the leader of the Rough Riders and battled with them.
How did Hearst's work influence public opinion?
It led to increased support for military intervention
What did Theodore Roosevelt say there were none of after winning the big battle in the Spanish American War?
Cowards
What does the Teller Amendment state?
It stated that the U.S. would not annex Cuba
What territories did the U.S. gain after the war?
Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines
Where did the Rough Riders fight their last battle?
San Juan Hill
What is an example of yellow journalism?
The exaggerated reporting on the sinking of the USS Maine