What role did Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders play in the Spanish-American War?

Question

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O They helped win the Battle of Santiago in Cuba.
• They helped Admiral Dewey in the Battle of Manila Bay.
• They single-handedly liberated Guam from Spanish forces.
• They distracted Spanish forces off the coast of the Philippines.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: They helped win the Battle of Santiago in Cuba.

The Rough Riders, led by Teddy Roosevelt, played a significant role in the land campaign during the Spanish-American War, particularly in the Battle of San Juan Hill, which was part of the larger Battle of Santiago. Their charge up San Juan Hill was a pivotal moment in the conflict.