Key Events in 20th Century History

Spanish-American War

Conflict between the U.S. and Spain in 1898.

Cuban Insurrection

Cuban struggle for independence from Spain.

USS Maine

American battleship that exploded in Havana harbor.

Rough Riders

Volunteer cavalry led by Teddy Roosevelt.

Teddy Roosevelt

26th President; key figure in Progressivism.

Panama Canal

Waterway connecting Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

19th Amendment

Granted women the right to vote.

Progressivism

Movement advocating for government intervention in social issues.

Upton Sinclair

Author of 'The Jungle', exposed meatpacking industry.

Meat Inspection Act

Law ensuring sanitary meat processing conditions.

Trusts

Large business entities that reduce competition.

Public Health

Government efforts to improve community health standards.

Economic Boost

Increase in economic activity post-war.

Election of 1912

Teddy Roosevelt's Bull Moose Party split Republican votes.

Philippines

Acquired territory from Spain after the war.

Puerto Rico

U.S. territory gained from the Spanish-American War.

Guam

Island acquired by the U.S. from Spain.

Coal Strike Resolution

Teddy Roosevelt mediated a major coal strike.

National Parks

Protected areas established by Roosevelt for conservation.

Friendship with England

Strengthened U.S.-UK relations after the war.