Post Spanish-American War

Age of Imperialism

The period in the late 19th century characterized by European empires dividing the world and justifying imperial power as bringing modern "civilization" to non-European peoples.

New Imperialism

The era after 1870 marked by European powers and Japan dominating the expansion of imperial power into most of Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Pacific.

American Expansionism

Late 19th-century advocacy for spreading Anglo-Saxon institutions and values globally, influenced by figures like Alfred T. Mahan and James G. Blaine.

Monroe Doctrine

A policy established in 1823 declaring the Western Hemisphere as an American sphere of influence, influencing American expansionism.

USS Maine Incident

The explosion of the USS Maine battleship in Havana harbor in 1898, leading to the rallying cry for war against Spain during the Spanish-American War.

Spanish-American War

A conflict in 1898 where the United States defeated Spain, demonstrating military power in overseas combat and leading to the acquisition of territories like the Philippines and Puerto Rico.

Emilio Aguinaldo

The leader of the Filipino revolt against Spain during the Spanish-American War, collaborating with American forces to secure the Philippines.

Rough Riders

Theodore Roosevelt's First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry, including college athletes and cowboys, known for their charge up Kettle Hill during the Cuban War.