Following the spanish American war nations in the carribean and central America what?

Answer 1

Following the Spanish-American War, the United States emerged as a dominant power in the Caribbean and Central America, leading to increased American influence and intervention in the region. The Treaty of Paris in 1898 ceded Puerto Rico and Guam to the U.S., while Cuba became a protectorate under U.S. control, leading to the Platt Amendment's implementation. This period also saw the U.S. involvement in various Central American nations, often justifying interventions to protect American interests and promote stability. This era marked the beginning of a long-standing U.S. presence and influence in the region.