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Why would the United States want, using expansionist policies, to take control of these islands located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean? (U10.3 and Unit 8-10 EOC Study Notes) TEKS - 4(B)

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The islands had rich land perfect for growing pineapples and sugar cane. Their Pacific Ocean location also offered a place to refuel, resupply ships, and was a great place for the military to build bases in case of conflict with countries in Asia.
The islands had rich land perfect for growing pineapples and sugar cane. Their Pacific Ocean location also offered a place to refuel, resupply ships, and was a great place for the military to build bases in case of conflict with countries in Asia.

Many people felt the Hawaiians needed to receive protection from a larger country like the United States. They were in favor of taking the islands over in order to keep the Hawaiians safe and to preserve the rich Hawaiian culture.
Many people felt the Hawaiians needed to receive

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protection from a larger country like the United States. They were in favor of taking the islands over in order to keep the Hawaiians safe and to preserve the rich Hawaiian culture.

The islands' strategic location in the Pacific was also crucial for military and commercial purposes, enabling better trade routes and military presence in Asia, especially in a period marked by increasing tensions in the region.

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