The Spanish American War And Its Causes

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Spain had given in to
America's demands. He didn't want to look like a coward to the American
people. He was also afraid that resisting war would cost Republicans
control of Congress in the fall elections.
The battle for the Philippines was very important to the war. This
is where Spain's fleet was. The US took it out. This was very important
because now, Spain only had its land crew. This was one of the factors that
ended the war.
The US military was far too small. However, there were many
voluntary groups that were able to go to war for their country. One of
which was led be Teddy Roosevelt was the Rough Riders. They were a
voluntary Calvary unit that had no skills. They were consisted of cow hands,
business personalities, upper-class, pro-athletes, and even ex-cons. They
would have been butchered, however, the black regiment helped them and were
responsible for the win of the battle of San Juan Hill. The black soldiers
also played a key role in the Philippines. San Juan Hill ...

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