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The answer to this question is a matter of political opinion. The Spanish American War was fought over issues of Cuban independence. While it might be noble to think that the United States supported Cuba in its efforts toward independence because the United States supports the ideal of independence as an ideal of freedom and democracy, the United States was really interested in establishing colonies of its own.
When the revolution began in Havana, the United States sent the warship Maine as a gesture of solidarity and support. She remained for a month without engaging an enemy before she was destroyed. More than 200 men were killed in her destruction. The circumstances surrounding its destruction are mysterious. It was either a mine or an accident.
When the United States entered the war for Cuban independence they simultaneously began battling for the independence of other Spanish colonies: the Philippines, Puerto Rico and Guam. In the end, the United States won control of all four former Spanish colonies. Today, the Philippines and Cuba are independent countries, but Puerto Rico is a freely-associated commonwealth of the United States and Guam is a US Territory.
What else can I help you with?
Why did the US have the right to start the Spanish-American war?
Because American territory was attacked (The USS Maine battleship was blown up in Havana harbor). Spanish saboutage was suspected at the time.
What war did the USS Maine start and who helped?
Spanish-American War
What time did the Spanish-American war start?
1898
How did yellow journalism contribute to start of the Spanish American war?
Yellow journalism contributed to the start of the Spanish American War by exaggerating or making things up about the problem. These articles aroused public anger at the Spanish, leading to war.
Who did the Spanish-American war start with?
It was between Spain and the US.
What day did the Spanish American War start?
April 21 1898
When did the Spanish-American War start?
On 25 April 1898.1898In 1898.
What year did William McKinley start the Spanish-American War?
In 1898.
What activist was credited in helping start the Spanish-American War?
Jose Marti.
Did Fidel start the spanish-american war?
No, but he was involved in the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Did the Spanish American War start in 1905?
No, it began, was fought and ended in 1898.
What activist was credited in helping start the American spanish war?
Jose Marti.
