Question

3 sentence summary of the Spanish American War and the aftermath.

Answer 1

The Spanish-American War, fought in 1898, was a pivotal conflict between the United States and Spain, primarily over issues of Cuban independence and American expansionism. The war resulted in a swift victory for the U.S., leading to the Treaty of Paris, which ceded territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines to the United States, significantly expanding its influence in the Caribbean and the Pacific. In the aftermath, the U.S. faced challenges in managing its new territories, including debates over imperialism, military governance in the Philippines, and the emergence of nationalist movements in the region.