Spanish American War
Who was President during the Spanish American War?
William McKinley
WHAT IS IMPERIALISM?
Stronger countries conquering other locations to profit from their resources and location.
What was the phrase used to describe the war
"A _____________ little war"
Splendid
Before he became president, what was Teddy Roosevelt?
The Vice President
What tactic did Newspapers use to sensationalize the potential conflict with Cuba?
Yellow Journalism
HOW LONG DID THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR LAST?
4 Months
WHAT ARE THE REASONS FOR IMPERIALISM?
Gain power, wealth, control
What 2 factors helped spark the war?
Yellow Journalism and the U.S.S. Spain being attacked.
Why was the Panama Canal so important?
Made trading much easier, opened up a quicker route from Atlantic to Pacific, connected the world.
What 2 Journalists were responsible for Yellow journalism?
William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer
WHO WON THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR?
USA USA USA!!!
What island in the Pacific did the citizens take over and annex with the United States?
Hawaii
WHO WAS THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES DURING THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR?
William McKinley
What was the name of the all volunteer Cavalry Unit Teddy started during the war?
The Rough Riders
The U.S. had an Open Door Policy with what country?
China
WHAT DID THE US GAIN FROM THE WAR?
PHILIPPINES, GUAM, PUERTO RICO
What territory was known as Seward's Folly? We bought it from Russia for $7.2 Million
Alaska
What was the name of the unit of all African-American Soldiers?
Buffalo Soldiers
What was the first hill the Rough Riders took?
Kettle Hill
Finish the slogan
"Down with the Maine, .... "
(You may use the curse word)
To hell with Spain!
What country would lead to a conflict after the war with the U.S.?
The PHILIPPINES
How far was Cuba from Florida?
(Less than 100 miles)
90 miles
Who led the African American Soldiers?
John J. Pershing
What was the last hill the rough riders took?
San Juan Hill
What Empire had the slogan "The Sun never sets on the _____________ Empire"
British/English