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"Scramble for Africa"
The "Scramble for Africa" was the invasion, occupation, division, colonization and annexation of African territory by European powers during the period of New Imperialism, between 1881 and 1914. It is also called the Partition of Africa and the Conquest of Africa. -
Sinking of the USS Maine
The sinking of the USS Maine was caused by an explosion that was unknown and killed around 260 people. After this event the United States defeated the Spanish on land and sea which led to the Treaty of Paris (1889) and ended the war. -
Alfred T Mahan "The Importance of Sea Power"
The book carried the grand title The Influence of Sea Power upon History 1660-1783 and its author was a shy United States naval officer-turned war college professor named Alfred Thayer Mahan. In the forward to his book, Mahan set forth his purpose to examine “…the general history of Europe and America with particular reference to the effect of sea power upon the course of that history.” -
Overthrow of Queen Lilikoulani
On the Hawaiian Islands, a group of American sugar planters under Sanford Ballard Dole overthrow Queen Liliuokalani, the Hawaiian monarch, and establish a new provincial government with Dole as president. The coup occurred with the foreknowledge of John L. Stevens, the U.S. minister to Hawaii, and 300 U.S. Marines from the U.S. cruiser Boston were called to Hawaii, allegedly to protect American lives. -
Annexation of Hawaii
Annexation of Hawaii was sparked by the overthrowing of the Queen and because of it's alliances with the U.S. During this time period a man by the name of Grover Cleveland became president and spoke of anti-imperialism.(Supported annexation) -
De Lome Letter
De Lome Letter was written by a Spanish Ambassador and was aimed at the United States. In the letter they criticized President William McKinley in order to gain popularity of the crowd. -
Spanish-American War
Spanish-American War was caused by disagreements between Spain and United States about colonial rulemanship. The war started because Cuba was encountering internal struggles and wanted to gain independence from Spain. -
Teller Amendment
The Teller Amendment was proposed by Henry M. Teller and conveyed that United States should not and could not rightfully annex Cuba. Later on the senate fully established the amendment and troops left the island. -
Rough Riders Charge up San Juan Hill
"Rough Riders Charge up San Juan Hill" took place on the southern coast of Cuba. This war happened shortly after the Spanish-American War, and the war was between the Spanish and rough riders, led by Teddy Roosevelt. -
Treaty of Paris (1898)
Treaty of Paris (1898) finalized the Spanish-American War and the U.S. was recognized as a world naval power. By the war ending the United States took over more of the Spanish territories. -
Insular Cases
The Insular Cases basically consisted of several opinions of the United States Supreme Court and topics were pulled from issues of the Spanish-American War. The insular cases also had a purpose of stating and clarifying the rights of Philippines. -
Boxer Rebellion
The Boxer Rebellion was basically a secret Chinese organization. This rebellion was also known as the righteous and harmonious of society and had a international impact that would require American troops to intervene. -
Annexation of Samoan Islands
The Annexation of Samoa Islands was primarily a move to increase coaling for the U.S. This stage was known as the postwar era for Americans and more employment opportunities for the western side of Samoa would spring up. -
Foraker Act
The Foraker Act (also known as the Organic Act of 1900) was sponsored by Joseph Foraker.. This act created a stronger government by adding a governor and executive council which was to be directed by the President. -
Platt Amendment
The Platt Amendment was created by Senator Orville Platt and it's purpose was to "declare"/ announce the independence of Cuba. Not only did it declare the independence of Cuba but it also created the protection of life and property, which was stated in a previous alliance of the two lands. -
Building of the Panama Canal
The building of the Panama Canal began in 1903 and wasn't fully completed until 1914. The building of this canal helped with the ability to ship goods with different waterways and coasts. -
Roosevlet Corollary
The Roosevelt Corollary was aimed toward the Monroe Doctrine which was written to imply the message of separation from Europe. Because of Roosevelt directing his corollary to the doctrine, it elevated the United States as a global force. -
Great White Fleet
The Great White Fleet was accomplished by President Theodore Roosevelt as he sent people around the world. By doing this, he was able to form a coalition of 16 naval ships, also known as the Great American Fleet. -
Venezuela Border Dispute
The Venezuelan Boundary Dispute officially began in 1841, when the Venezuelan Government protested alleged British encroachment on Venezuelan territory. In 1814, Great Britain had acquired British Guiana (now Guyana) by treaty with the Netherlands. Because the treaty did not define a western boundary, the British commissioned Robert Schomburgk, a surveyor and naturalist, to delineate that boundary.
