Consequences of 1898 war Flashcards
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What happened to Cuba as a result of the war
It wont gain independence and will be under US control
What territory did the US gain as a result of the war
Gwam, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the Philippines
Who was the president from 1901-1908
Teddy Roosevelt
Why did the US need the Panama Canal
For trade and to strengthen their military
What country controlled Panama after the war
Colombia
What did the US offer Colombia for the Panama Canal
$10 million plus $250k a year for 99 years
What did Colombia want after rejecting the first treaty
$25 million
What did Teddy Roosevelt do as a result of Colombia rejecting the treaty
He attempts to convince the people of Panama to become an independent nation
What was the 1977 treaty
Gave the Panama Canal back to Panama
What was the 1901-1934 Platt Amendment
Protected Cuba from foreign intervention while the US had involvement in Cuban affairs
What economic interest was the US seeking on Cuba
Sugar
What was the Original Monroe Doctrine
The US telling the rest of the world that Latin America was under protection of the US (mainly from Europe)
What did Roosevelt add on to the Monroe Doctrine 1904
It claims the US are an “International police power” giving them power to intervene in foreign affairs (in the Western Hemisphere)
When will the Philippines gain their independence
World War 2
What happened to the Philippines after 1898 war
Got into a war with America (1899-1902 Philippine - American War) to gain independence
Why did the US want the Philippines
Puts the US closer to China (for trade prospects)
What was the Open Door Policy 1899-1900
A statement advocating for equal trade opportunities for all nations within China
What was the biggest result to the end of the 1898 war
The USA became an imperial power
