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As with anything, power.
In the case of Hawai'i, it was american plantation workers who were upset about having to pay fees and taxes to ship and sell their goods to america. There was/is a law that states that any foreign goods have to pay additional fees/taxes and being that Hawaii was (and in my opinion STILL IS) a foreign country, the american plantation workers convinced american soldiers to aid them in raiding and taking hostage our royalty (at gunpoint). The president at the time heard of it and immediately sent word to release her, calling the plantation workers actions a 'illegal act of war' against the Hawaiian nation. Before his letter reached Hawai'i however, a new president took office and he wanted to keep Hawai'i under american control because it's location (between Asia and america) would serve as a good base for their military.
In many Hawaiians opinions, Hawai'i is still illegally occupied by america. there was a 'vote' to ask "hawaiians' if they wanted to stay a part of america but at the time most hawaiians couldnt speak or write in english and so obviously couldnt take part in the vote. The voters mainly consisted of americans, and british residents.
When president clinton was in office, he signed the 'bill of appology' stating that America illegally took possession of Hawai'i but no other ammendments were made to restore Hawai'i as a soverign nation. It remains an issue that many Hawaiians fight for.
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What did the Guano Island act allowed to US to do?
Claim new islands in the Pacific
Are Filipinos Asian or Pacific Islander?
There is no simple answer to this question! Filipinos are an Austronesian ethnic group native to the islands of the Philippines. The Filipino People are of Asian and Pacific Descent, through their Austronesian Ancestors. The Philippine Islands are considered Asian, simply because of their geographic location in Southeast Asia. Their culture is considered by some to be Pacific Islander, however, others claim their culture is unique due to their Austronesian heritage. As for race, the Philippine Islands are known to be one of the most diverse countries in Asia. This diversity includes influences from Spain, China, India, Japan, the Arab nations, and America. The 2010 US Census included the Philippine Islands/Filipino in the Asian category.
What islands did Magellan claim for Spain?
Among several, Magellan claimed the Philippine Islands for the nation of Spain. In all, the Philippines comprise some 7,000 islands in the Pacific Ocean.
What law allowed the US to claim uninhabited island?
the guano islands act
What drove European leaders to claim African territory?
In the "Scramble for Africa"
Why did US military leaders want claim islands in the pacific?
To gain important bases for the resupplying of ships
What did the guano islands act allowed the us to do?
Claim new islands in the Pacific
What Magellan claim for Spain?
Among several, Magellan claimed the Philippine Islands for the nation of Spain. In all, the Philippines comprise some 7,000 islands in the Pacific Ocean.
How did guano islands act was important to the US pacific expansion?
The Guano Islands Act of 1856 allowed the United States to claim uninhabited islands with guano deposits, which were highly valued as fertilizer. This act facilitated U.S. territorial expansion in the Pacific, as it encouraged the acquisition of strategically located islands that could enhance American maritime interests and support naval operations. Additionally, the act aligned with the broader doctrine of Manifest Destiny, reinforcing the idea of American expansionism beyond the continental United States. Ultimately, these islands served as refueling stations and military outposts, contributing to U.S. influence in the Pacific region.
What did the Guano Island act allowed to US to do?
Claim new islands in the Pacific
How was the guano islands act important to us pacific expansion?
The Guano Islands Act of 1856 authorized U.S. citizens to claim uninhabited islands containing guano, a valuable fertilizer, for the United States. This legislation was significant for U.S. Pacific expansion as it facilitated the acquisition of strategic islands, enhancing America's naval presence and commercial interests in the Pacific. By securing these islands, the U.S. not only tapped into economic resources but also asserted its influence in the region, paving the way for further territorial expansion and geopolitical maneuvering.
Which country administers the Kuril islands?
Russia administers the Kuril Islands, which are a chain of islands located in the Pacific Ocean. Japan also claims sovereignty over some of the islands, leading to a territorial dispute between the two countries.
What is Spain's official stance on the Falkland Islands?
Spain respects the British claim to the islands. It is Argentina which contests the British claim.
What allowed the US to claim uninhabited islands?
the guano islands act
Who really has the sovereignty of the island in the south china sea and what is the extent of maritime claim?
no native populations on south china islands. hence, all claiming countries keeping military posts on islands they r claiming. different islands now posses different countries military. but only p.r.china is claiming total island s for her but she is in control of only few of them.
Taiwan and china both claim the senkaku islands which are administrated by which other country?
Japan also lays claim to the Senkaku Islands.
Are Filipinos Asian or Pacific Islander?
There is no simple answer to this question! Filipinos are an Austronesian ethnic group native to the islands of the Philippines. The Filipino People are of Asian and Pacific Descent, through their Austronesian Ancestors. The Philippine Islands are considered Asian, simply because of their geographic location in Southeast Asia. Their culture is considered by some to be Pacific Islander, however, others claim their culture is unique due to their Austronesian heritage. As for race, the Philippine Islands are known to be one of the most diverse countries in Asia. This diversity includes influences from Spain, China, India, Japan, the Arab nations, and America. The 2010 US Census included the Philippine Islands/Filipino in the Asian category.
