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The Rise of American Imperialism in the Late 19th Century

Explore how the US became an imperialistic power in the late 19th century, including events like the Spanish-American War, reasons for imperialism, key figures, and impacts on US territories.

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The Rise of American Imperialism in the Late 19th Century

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  1. US Unit Seven The US becomes an imperialistic power

  2. The United States did not become involved in Imperialism until 1890 because: • U.S. was still expanding Westward • Rapid Industrial growth kept the U.S. preoccupied • Most veterans didn’t want to fight another war (Civil War)

  3. Why did we Imperialize? • International Darwinism • Missionaries • Josiah Strong, Our Country: Its Possible Future and Present Crisis (1885) • “White Man’s Burden” • Politicians in bed with Big Business • Henry Cabot Lodge (Mass.) and Teddy Roosevelt (NY)

  4. Spanish-American War (“Splendid Little War”—John Hay) • In 1895 Cuba revolted against Spain due to an economic depression caused by falling sugar prices and tobacco prices • Reconcentration-Spain sent many civilians into heavily guarded camps • 225,000 people died during this time

  5. Reasons for U.S. involvement Yellow Journalism • American newspapers started writing articles about Cuban women being raped, tortured and executed (Joseph Pulitzer—NY World and William Randolph Hearst NY Journal) • Cuban Revolt had been happening for 10 years Jingoism • strong sense of nationalism with a desire for adventure De Lome Letter (1898)-Article written by Spain's minister to the US insulting President McKinley USS Maine • sunk on February 15, 1898 • explosion on board of the ship which was off the coast of Cuba

  6. Yellow Journalists

  7. McKinley’s War Message • “Put an end to the barbarities” • Protect American lives in Cuba • Secure commerce, trade and businesses • End “the constant menace to our peace” arising from the disorders in

  8. Teller Amendment After Congress authorized a war on April 20, 1898. They also stated that the US had no intention of taking control of Cuba and that the US would leave once peace was restored.

  9. The War • Admiral Dewey destroyed the Spanish fleet • Teddy Roosevelt and the “Rough Riders” • 2500 Americans died , only 400 from battle

  10. Treaty of Paris • Spain recognized Cuba as an independent country • Spain paid Cuba $20 million • U.S. received Philippines, Guam and Puerto Rico • Platt Amendment—Cuba could not enter into agreements with other countries without U.S. approval and the U.S. had the right to intervene in Cuba when necessary

  11. Effects of the War • Spain recognized Cuba’s independence. • U.S. set up naval bases in Cuba. • Guantanamo Bay. • U.S. maintained power to intervene in Cuba.

  12. The US Gained an Overseas Empire • The Treaty of Paris granted three Spanish colonies to the US: • The Philippines • Guam • Puerto Rico • Managing the Colonies: • The Philippines remained a US territory until after WWII • Guam and Puerto Rico remain US territories • Both are self-governing and their citizens have been granted US citizenship

  13. Open Door Policy • Deals with China • Sec of State John Hay sends a letter to European powers stating that all countries have an equal right to trade with China • Chinese Response to forced trade—BOXER REBELLION

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