What was the significance of the year 1898 as a turning point for the US?

Answer 1

The Spanish-American War was a conflict between the Kingdom of Spain and the United States of America that took place from April to August 1898. The war ended in victory for the United States and the end of the Spanish Empire in the Caribbean and Pacific. Only 113 days after the outbreak of war, the Treaty of Paris, which ended the conflict, gave the United States control over the former Spanish colonies of Puerto Rico, the Philippines and Guam, and control over the process of independence of Cuba, which was completed in 1902.

Answer 2

The American military victory over Spain in 1898 made the world take more notice of the US. But I don't think, as some do, that this was the beginning of US imperialism. I think that process began much earlier. (See the idea of manifest destiny, for instance, or the conquest of Mexico). Besides, the US was decidedly ISOLATIONIST in the early 20th century, and only reverted to expansionism following World War 2.

Answer 3

New York City became what it is today when it acquired land from surrounding counties and divided them into the boroughs.

The Spanish-American War started and ended, with a US victory, firmly establishing the United States as a naval world power.

The US annexed the Hawaiian Islands.

Answer 4

The U.S. began to assert it's dominance overseas and spread it's message of freedom and hope to the oppressed peoples of the world.

Answer 5

We defeated Spain, a world power, which made us contenders for dominance.

Answer 6

The Great Awakening of the truth that they were decisive!!!

Answer 7

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