Treaty of Paris and Teller Amendment

Flashcards covering the Treaty of Paris, the Teller Amendment, and territorial changes between Spain and the United States.

Treaty of Paris

The agreement in which Spain gave up control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Guam, and sold the Philippines to the United States for $20 million.

Teller Amendment

An amendment stipulating that Cuba could not be annexed by the United States.

Philippines

Territory sold by Spain to the United States for $20 million.

Guam and Puerto Rico

Territories formerly controlled by Spain that became American territories.