Spanish American War

By Breonna03
  • War Declared

    War Declared

    The U.S. Congress declares war on Spain.
  • First Battle

    First Battle

    In the first battle between Spanish and American Forces, U.S. Commodore Dewey and his Asiatic squadron defeat the Spanish fleet at Manila Bay in the Philippines.
  • Troops

    Troops

    U.S. troops land in Cuba.
  • Treaty of Paris

    Treaty of Paris

    The Treaty of Paris is signed by representatives from the U.S. and Spain. After extensive debate, the treaty is ratified by the U.S. senate on February 6, 1899. Under the treaty, the U.S. acquires control over Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Philippines.