Historical Significance: Spanish-American War

                                                                                

Spanish-American War      

In 1898, The Spanish-American War occurred. The war was fought by America and Spain. America ended up defeating the Spaniards. It began when the Spanish sunk an American ship. Once this occurred, the war broke out. The war wasn't only for getting back at the Spaniards, but they were fighting for Cuba's independence. On December      

10, 1898, The Treaty of Paris was signed. 

Map of Cuba

LOCATION(S): Cuba, and Puerto Rico (Caribbean)

Philippines, and Guam (Asia-Pacific)

LAT/LONG: Cuba: 23 degree 8' 0'' N, 82 degrees 23' 0'' W
CONTINENT: North America
HEMISPHERES: Northern and Western