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Grover Cleveland refused to annex Hawaii in 1981, on the grounds that the native ruler, Queen Lilioukalani, had been unjustly deposed.

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Who annexed Hawaii?

The overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarchy and annexation of Hawaii represents a imperial period in American history. The loss of Queen Lili'uokalani was seen as unfair, unjust, and cruel. It expanded the border of the United States far beyond any previous expansion. The annexation of what had been an independent country was very upsetting to the Hawaiian people and was seen as a threat by the Japanese Empire.


What US acquisitions helped the US become an imperialist power?

Following the US Civil War, the US began to acquire new territories on its way to become an imperialist power. Here are the post US Civil War additions to the USA: A. Purchase of Alaska from Russia; B. Annexation of Hawaii at the request of American settlers; C. Philippines ceded by Spain after its defeat in the Spanish American War; D. Puerto Rico, ceded by Spain after the above mentioned war; E. Guam, ceded by Spain; F. Annexation of several Samoan islands; G. Panama Canal Zone, based on the US help of Colombia rebels seeking independence; and H. Virgin Islands, purchased from Denmark.


Who were American forces joined by in the battle of the Philippines and Puerto Rico?

Spain - Rebels of other countries Rebels of the native countries- Apex


Why were patriots consider rebels?

Because the US Patriots were Rebelling against the rule of the English Monarchy. Rebels to the Brits were Patriots to those who supported the American Independance.


Did the Declaration of Independence start or end the American Revolution?

It started it. The UK demanded that it be withdrawn. The Rebels refused.

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