answersLogoWhite

0

By surprising the Spanish with the attack on the Philippines first, thus scoring a quick and devastating victory and then switching their focus to the Caribbean theater.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What was the purpose of the Spanish mission in new Spain?

The purpose of the Spanish missions in New Spain was to make the Native Americans into Christians.


Why were the Americans in the Spanish - American War?

It was fought in an effort to make Cuba independent from Spain.


Does the King of Spain make decisions for Spain?

The King of Spain is Commander-in-Chif of the Spanish Armed Forces. He does not rule.


What is a synonym for the spanish American war?

A synonym for the spanish-american war is the american-spanish war. MAKE SURE TO ADD THE heifen or -...


How does Spanish that is spoken in Spain differ from Spanish that is spoken in Bolivia?

Spanish that is spoken in Spain differs from Spanish that is spoken in Bolivia in a number of ways such as: pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Also there may be slang from certain countries in Latin America that will not make sense to individuals from Spain.


What different races make up the population of Spain?

Spanish people


What is the war fought to set Cuba free from Spain?

The Spanish-American War. While the Spanish- American War was instrumental in attaining independence from Spain the movement actually started following the American Civil War. Cuba declared independence on October10, 1868, followed by the Ten Year War. It was with the help of Teddy Roosevelt that Cuba became a Republic on May 20,1902.


Is Spain British?

No Spain is not British. It is Spanish. The UK and Spain are part of the continent of Europe. Many other countries make up Europe. There have been arguments whether Gibraltar owned by the UK should be returned to Spain. However there are no plans for this to happen in the immediate future. For more info on Spain look up www.helpful-ideas.com


Do Spanish people like pie?

They don't make or eat much pie in Spain.


Why did Phillip of Spain Marry Mary?

Mary Tudor married Philip of Spain because he was Spanish like her mother. She also married him because she wanted to make peace with Spain


What countries in the Iberian peninsula speak Spanish?

Spain and Portugal are the two countries that make up the Iberian peninsula. In Spain they speak Spanish and in Portugal they speak Portuguese.


How did Spain make money from its colonies?

Spain made money from its colonies by trading resources. Spain was very dominant in the New World era with the Spanish colonization lasting over 400 years.