Transcript The United States and Latin America

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An Emerging World Power (1890–1917)
Witness History: Americans Charge to Victory
The Roots of Imperialism
The Spanish-American War
The United States and East Asia
The United States and Latin America
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The Roots of Imperialism
The Causes of Imperialism
Main Idea: The United States became one of many nations interested in expanding control
around the world in order to increase their wealth.
America’s First Steps Toward World Power
Main Idea: America developed trade with the previously closed-off Japan, purchased Alaska,
and established trade, highways, and other investments in Latin America.
The United States Acquires Hawaii
Main Idea: After long-term debate between American planters and Hawaiian natives, Hawaii
became a U.S. territory in 1898.
Witness History: America Eyes Hawaii
Note Taking: Reading Skill: Identify Main Ideas
Quick Study: Causes of Imperialism
Geography Interactive: U.S. Acquisitions in the Pacific
Color Transparencies: American Imperialism
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Reading Skill: Identify Main Ideas
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Causes of Imperialism
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The Spanish-American War
Causes of the War
Main Idea: When Cuba rebelled against Spanish rulers, the United States sympathized with
Cuba. The press heightened the desire for war, and when the U.S. battleship the Maine
exploded in Havana harbor, America declared war on Spain.
American Troops Battle the Spanish
Main Idea: American troops were successful in battling the Spanish in Cuba and other Spanish
territories, including Puerto Rico and the Philippines.
Effects of the War
Main Idea: When the war ended, the United States took over land previously controlled by
Spain. This caused debate among Americans, but ultimately gave the U.S. new stature in world
affairs.
Witness History: Remember the Maine!
Note Taking: Reading Skill: Identify Causes and Effects
Chart: New York Journal Sales
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The Spanish-American War (continued…)
Color Transparencies: Charge of the Rough Riders at San Juan Hill
Geography Interactive: The Spanish-American War, 1898
Chart: Causes of American Deaths in the Spanish-American War
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Filipinos Rebel Against U.S. Rule
Main Idea: Filipinos were angry that the United States did not grant them independence
after the Spanish-American War and rebelled. The Americans fought the rebels, but
eventually the Philippines became independent.
The United States Pursues an Interest in China
Main Idea: The United States tried to establish a system of fair trade in China, so that
they could have as much access to goods as European powers.
Tensions Rise Between America and Japan
Main Idea: Asian prejudice in America and resentment of western interference in Japan
led to growing conflict between the two regions in the early 1900s.
Witness History: A Plea for Peace
Note Taking: Reading Skill: Recognize Sequence
Infographic: War and Peace in the Philippines
History Interactive: More About Filipino Insurrection
Color Transparencies: The Boxer Rebellion
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The United States and Latin America
U.S. Policy in Puerto Rico and Cuba
Main Idea: After the Spanish-American War, Puerto Rico remained under direct U.S. rule and
Puerto Ricans were given some citizenship rights. The United States also continued to have
influence in Cuban government.
Roosevelt Pursues “Big Stick” Diplomacy
Main Idea: Theodore Roosevelt thought it was important to take a strong stand in international
affairs, and wanted the United States to act as “police” for all of Latin America.
Wilson Pursues Moral Diplomacy
Main Idea: When Wilson was elected President, he criticized the imperialist actions of his
predecessors. However, under his term the United States continued to intervene in Mexico
and Latin American affairs.
Witness History: Dollars for Bullets
Note Taking: Reading Skill: Identify Supporting Details
Geography Interactive: U.S. Interventions in Latin America
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The United States and Latin America (continued…)
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Color Transparencies: Building the Panama Canal
Infographic: Intervention in Mexico
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