Within in the same time frame listed above, the United States of America was one of several countries to foster the principles of imperial expansion. During this time an average imperialist believed that imperial reign and expansion was essential for the survival of their countries and empires. In addition, various economic ( ex. resources), political, and cultural aims kept the societies s

The U.S. was also very interested in extending its influence in the Caribbean. The chance came in 1898, when the U.S. went to war with Spain (Spanish-American War). Spain had controlled Cuba since the colonial period, and by the 1890’s there was in Cuba a sturdy movement for independence. Cuba appealed to the U.S. because of its naval bases, and also because the U.S. had large business interests there. As conflict between the Spanish and Cuban rebels increased, the U.S. became more involved, it would seem to protect American citizens. When an American battleship called the Maine blew up in the Havana Harbor in 1898, the U.S. blamed Spain and declared war.

Could America be successful in expanding their rule beyond their country’s border, or would they spread they’re power to thin for their control? Overall, America wanted to gain in both raw materials for trade, and ports/passages for transportation. “ America interests overseas were generally focused in the Pacific and the Caribbean, where trade, transportation and communication issues got our attention. To the extent that Americans wanted to extend their influence overseas they had two primary goals: pursue favorable trade agreements and alignments and foster the spread of democratic ideals as they understood them”. ( Henry J. Sage 1996-2003 internet http://www.nv.cc.va.us)

upportive of their countries imperialistic moves.

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Bentley Traditions, United America, Ocean Filipino, Reviewing America’s, President Monroe, African Asia, Pacific Caribbean, Henry Sage, Hawaiian Islands, War Spain, traditions pg, bentley traditions, bentley traditions pg, united america, raw materials, allowed imperial powers, imperial powers, trade business, allowed imperial, world trade, free trade, pg 952, traditions pg 952,