11620 ThurUS Hx LO I can describe the

1/16/20 (Thur)—US Hx LO: I can describe the Spanish- American War and U. S. expansion in the South Pacific BW: What was the last movie or TV show that you watched IN-CLASS: BW—practice map quiz—LO—ppt w/notes—reflection

1/16/20 (Thur)—US Hx What were some of the reasons for American imperialism

1/17/20 (Fri)—US Hx LO: I can describe the Spanish- American War and U. S. expansion in the South Pacific BW: 1) Pick up packet from yesterday and 2) just be prepared to answer question “Which one is scarier, the space or the ocean? ” IN-CLASS: BW——LO—ppt w/notes—reflection

The Monroe Doctrine l l “The Americas are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers” and that “we should consider any attempt on their part to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and safety. ” President James Monroe 1823 Pair-Share l l Summarize this quote by President Monroe in your own words. What do you think the U. S. would do if a country attempted to imperialize the America’s?

Introduction

Violations of the Monroe Doctrine l France invaded Mexico during U. S. Civil War. – U. S. sent troops and France withdrew.

U. S. Territorial Expansion in the 1800’s U. S. doubled in size which led to westward expansion l Industrial Revolution created interest in overseas markets and territories – political and economic expansion led to growing involvement by the U. S. in Latin America, Hawaii, and Samoa – led to war with Spain l

Causes of the Spanish. American War

Causes of the Spanish American War Write answers on your lecture notes template l l l List all you see Who do each of the people represent? How is the figure in black shown? How is the woman shown? Predict the causes of the Spanish American War

CUBA

Cause #1 l Cubans were fighting for independence from Spain l Spanish leaders were forcing rebels in camps (200, 000 Cubans died in these camps) l America sided with the Cubans

How long are the Spanish to drench Cuba with the blood of her people? How long shall old men and women and children be murdered by the score, the innocent victims of Spanish rage against the patriot armies they cannot conquer? How long shall the United States sit idle and indifferent? l Summarize the quote in one sentence. What should the U. S. do ? l

The Explosion of the “Maine”

Cause #2 American businesses had invested in Cuba. The possible war in Cuba worried them. President William Mc. Kinley (R) sent the Maine in 1898 to Cuba to protect America’s interest. There was a mysterious explosion and the ship sunk. 260 Americans died! Americans wondered: “Who did it? ”