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US naval base
After the Spanish American war ,Guam became a US naval base. This was good for the US because guam was a perfect spot for a naval base. -
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Spanish American War
This war gave the US guam. After we defeated the spanish troops Spain gave up guam, cuba, the phillipines, and puerto rico. -
Treaty of Paris
Treaty that set Guam free from Spain.The tready also stated that America wanted more land. -
First Battle of Guam
Japanese troops captured Guam durring World War II. US and Guam forces fought Japanesse forces but were sadly deafeted. -
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Second Battle of Guam
The US recaptured Guam from Japan in World War II. America attacked Guam and thankfuly won it back. -
Guam Organic Act was passed
This act aloud Guam tohave a full governmeant -
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Vietnam War
Guam was an important military base in this war. -
Effective Government Act
After the act was passed guam residents could elect a governor.
