spanish-american war, 1898

Describes how Teddy Roosevelt formed the Rough Riders at the beginning of the Spanish-American War and led them into battle at San Juan Hill.

Describes the causes and the events of the Spanish-American War and how it led to the involvement of the United States in the Philippine Insurrection and the Boxer Rebellion.

Discusses the explosion of the "U.S.S. Maine" in Havana harbor in February 1898, an event that provoked the United States to declare was on Spain.

Discusses the causes, events, and results of the Spanish American War including the explosion of the USS Maine, American and Spanish military preparations, the Battles of Manila, Las Guasimas, El Caney, San Juan Hill, and Kettle Hill, Spain's surrender, and America's increased role in world affairs.

Examines the events leading up the the Spanish-American War, the life of the soldiers, major battles, and the outcome of the war.

Argues that the United States' founding myths no longer apply, and explains why Americans must reconsider the facts of their history.

Examines the Spanish-American war, describing the major objectives and strategies of the combatants, the key battles and prominent commanders, and the political and social context of the conflict.

A narrative account of the Spanish American War, covering the origins of dispute between the United States and Spain over Cuba, profiles of the key figures, and descriptions of major battles.

Presents an examination of the men and women who played a role in the Spanish-American War, including Grover Cleveland, Jose Marti, Clara Barton, Theodore Roosevelt, and William Randolph Hearst. Includes chronology.