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A short, 113 day war, in which the United States fought to liberate Cuba and the Philippines from Spanish rule.
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The United States removes the Hawaiian monarchy.
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Hawaii was annexed by the USA as the 50th state.
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After the Spanish's defeat in the Mexican-American war, the USA annexed the Philippines, Guam, Puerto Rico
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The Philippines were annexed, but not granted independence. As a result, there was an expensive 3 year war as the Philippines fought for independence.
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The US declares China to allow free trade by any nation in any port.
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An uprising occurs in China, where Chinese citizens attack foreigners in order to rebel against to foreign influence. Eventually, international forces must come to put the rebellion down.
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Teddy Roosevelt adds to the Monroe Doctrine, which gives the United States “police powers” to protect Latin America from European imperialism.
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Teddy Roosevelt uses "Big Stick Diplomacy" to build the Panama Canal, through encouraging Panamanians to rebel from Colombia. The canal helps America ships internationally much faster.
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