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The Influence of sea power upon history
A book that made the case for a strong american navy and island outposts to protect and serve our ships -
Annexation of Hawaii
Dole declared Hawaii an independent republic -
Spanish American War
Spain and the U.S. fought in the Philippines and Cuba. -
Open Door Policy
A policy proposed by the US in 1899, under which ALL nations would have equal opportunities to trade in China -
Panama Canal U.S.Construction Begins
The Panama Canal officially opened on August 15, 1914, although the planned grand ceremony was downgraded due to the outbreak of WWI.
