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U.S.Ultimatum To Chile
American sailors that were taking shore leave in Chile when they were attacked, and when the U.S. demanded a formal apology from Chile, Chile responded negatively. America sent an ultimatum to Chile that potentially could have shattered their relationship, and Chile apologized. -
Military Invasion and Territorial Acquisition of Puerto Rico
The United States military invades Puerto Rico as a portion of the Spanish American War. They quickly occupy and secure the land. The Treaty of Paris allows Puerto Rico to be ceded to the U.S. -
Spanish-American War
The United States sympathized with the Cuban revolutionaries fighting against Spain, creating tension. After Mckinley sends an ultimatum to Spain, Spain rejects it, and declares war on the U.S. when they create a naval blockade around Cuba. The battle begins on May 1st when American troops invade. -
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Occupation of Cuba
The U.S. established a militarized government in Cuba. The Platt Amendment restricts Cuba and forces them to allow the U.S. to intervene. -
Creation of the Treaty of Paris
French ambassadors negotiate peace term. The Treaty of Paris declares Cuba independent, and Spain cedes Guam and Puerto Rico to the United States. The Phillipines are also sold and Hawaii is annexed to the U.S. Hawaii becomes a U.S. territory. -
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Open Door Notes Sent to China + Boxer Rebellion
Open Door Notes, which propose more free market trade in China, are sent to China. They outline the U.S.'s policy with China, and create a special relationship, creating an American interest in East Asia. The Boxer Rebellion creates anti-American sentiments. -
Military Intervention in Colombia
Colombia denied the United States power to build the Panama Canal. The U.S creates the Hay-Herran Treaty to ensure the building of the canal, but Colombia rejects it. A revolt of Panamanians is planned and the revolt occurs in November, with the U.S. sending warships. The U.S. claims the land. -
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Construction of the Panama Canal
Warships are sent to Panama, and the United States builds the canal, taking several years to construct. As a result, Panama is declared independent from Colombia, and the U.S. achieves technological progress and economic power. -
The Platt Amendment
The Platt Amendment, presented by Orville Platt, a U.S. Senator, allowed the U.S. to buy land if they needed naval bases, and prevented Cuba from making any other treaties with other foreign powers. It also allowed the U.S. to intervene in any affairs in Cuba. -
Acquisition of Canal Zone in Panama
With an increased need to ship goods quickly between the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean, the Clayton-Bulwer Treaty proposed a canal in Panama, and the United States licenses its own canal. -
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Russo-Japanese War
Russia and Japan fight over Manchuria, and Japan strikes early. They continue to fight Korea and in the Sea of Japan, but eventually both sides seek an end. President Roosevelt is involved in negotiations. -
Treaty of Portsmouth
The Treaty of Portsmouth was created by President Roosevelt, and it ended the Russo-Japanese War. It created a compromise between the two countries, but both sides were not happy with the amount they recieved, and Japan felt it had won the war. The Japanese gained control of Korea and South Manchuria, but they had to give up half of Sakhalin to Russia. -
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Military and Administrative Intervention in the Dominican Republic
The U.S. takes control of the Dominican Republic's customs, and keeps some of its revenues. The U.S. becomes the only place where the Dominican Republic owes money. -
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Occupation of Cuba
Colombia denied the United States power to build the Panama Canal. The U.S creates the Hay-Herran Treaty. -
Occupation of Cuba
An uprising took place in Cuba, and the U.S. intervened to quell the violence without being told that they were needed. They then extended their territory in Cuba. -
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Occupation of Nicaragua
The U.S. is called upon to aid with unrest in the country, and they end up occupying the area. The U.S. signs a treaty with Nicaragua for land for the canal, and the U.S. also establishes a naval base. After anti-American sentiment, the U.S. withdraws. -
Military Intervention in Mexico
While the Mexicans were going through the Mexican Revolution, the U.S. participated in campaigns and skirmishes along its border with Mexico. When American sailors were arrested in Veracruz, the U.S. occupies the area for seven months. -
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Occupation of Haiti
The Haitian president is assassinated, and U.S. troops are sent in to keep the peace, but also to protect their bases and prevent invasions by other countries. The Hatian-American Treaty gave the U.S. more control. Uprisings against America later led the U.S. to withdraw in 1934. -
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Occupation of Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic was heavily indebted to the U.S. Their president was assassinated, causing a civil war, and the U.S. sent troops to solve the problem. The U.S. creates a military government in the country. The U.S. withdrew when the occupation became too unpopular. -
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Military Intervention in Mexico
More border incidents occured when the U.S. fought against Pancho Villa. The U.S. crossed the border to stop him. -
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Occupation of Cuba
Revolutionaries were once again pushed to revolt after learning about the Russian Revolution. They protected U.S. property and took complete control of the finances and the sugar trade in Cuba. -
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Occupation of Nicaragua
The U.S. returns after rebellions occur, but many Nicaraguan revolutionaries oppose the U.S. and attempt to drive the U.S. out in a war, and succeeds in 1934.
