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The USS Maine was a ship sent to Havana to protect Americans from a revolt from the Cuban's. It was a bombed and killed most of the passengers on board.
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The US declares war on Spain after Spain declared war on them.
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The first battle was called Battle of Manila Bay in the Philippines. The outcome was an American victory.
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After the Battle Of Santiago, the City of Santiago surrenders to General William Shafter.
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US troops capture Manila
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Both sides sign the Treaty of Paris to end the war. US annexes Puerto Rico, Guam and the Philippines!