The path of empire 1890 1899 Chapter 29

The path of empire 1890 -1899 Chapter 29

Imperialism n n n n arguments for imperialism Arguments against imperialism Impact of industry in the late 1800’s “yellow press” Joseph Pullitzer, William Randolph Hearst Minister Josiah Strong Alfred Thayer Mahan Influence of Sea Power Upon History Minor differences become huge problems

Monroe Doctrine n n U. S. uses doctrine to protest British in Venezuela British response to protest

Hawaii n n n n Traditionally a stopping point for whalers New Englanders next group to Hawaii 1840’s warnings against other countries 1875: economic treaty 1887: U. S. gains Pearl harbor 1890: Mc. Kinley tariff 1893: U. S. planters plan around tariff Queen Liliuokalani

n n n American reaction to Hawaii Cleveland replaces Harrison nixes treaty sends commission to investigate

Cuba n n n n n New American tariff in 1894 impact Insurrectos strategy to remove Spain 1896: “Butcher” Weyler comes to Cuba More calls for war after abuse in Cuba Cleveland will not budge 1897: Weyler called back, talks of some autonomy Early February 1898: De. Lomme letter Maine blown up on Feb 15, 1898 “Remember the Maine”

Spanish American War n n n n Mckinley in 1896 Gives in to American pressure Declaration of war on April 11, 1898 Condition of American military Roosevelt gives command to Dewey May 1, 1898: Spanish fleet wiped out without a U. S. death U. S. military assisted by Aguinaldo Rough Riders in Cuba

Results of War n n n n “The splendid little war” Philippines Guam, Puerto Rico Teller amendment Platt amendment: Guantanimo, intervention Foraker Act 1900 Ends much conflict between North and South