History

The Background of the Treaty of Paris 1898 To understand the Treaty of Paris 1898, we must look at the late 19th century, which includes the Spanish-American War. The conflict between Spain and the United States began in April 1898, following decades of rebellion in Cuba against Spanish rule. This war was also sparked by […]

Early Life and Military Career Nelson Appleton Miles was born in Westminster, Massachusetts, on August 8, 1839. As a part of a hardworking farming family, he was introduced to a life of hard labor at an early age. However, his world drastically transformed when the Civil War erupted. Miles was attracted to the greatness of […]

Formation and Leadership of the Rough Riders The creation of the Rough Riders began due to the Spanish-American War. The U.S. government, identifying the need for an effective fighting force, called for volunteers to join the Army. A prominent figure then, former Assistant Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt, quickly responded to this call in […]

Historical Background of the Puerto Rico Campaign The Puerto Rico Campaign was influenced by events before the Spanish-American War. Firstly, Spain’s colonization of Puerto Rico in 1493 initiated centuries of Spanish rule. Puerto Ricans wanted independence in the late 19th century, causing tension and civil unrest. This desire for autonomy was felt in other Spanish […]

The Precursor to the Santiago Campaign The Santiago Campaign has its roots steeped deeply in the late 19th century. Before the campaign’s onset, Cuba’s political atmosphere was rife with tension. Several events, such as the Ten Years’ War (1868-1878), greatly fueled resistance and the call for independence. The call for liberty echoed across the land, […]

The Background of the Battle of Manila Bay The Battle of Manila Bay needs to be understood in the context of the Spanish-American War. This conflict, initiated in 1898, was centered on the United States’ decision to challenge Spanish colonial reign. Specifically, the U.S. targeted Spain’s colonies in the Pacific and Caribbean. The strategic location […]

The USS Maine: Details and Purpose The USS Maine was a mighty American naval ship that represented the strength of the 19th-century Navy. Launched in 1889, the vessel was an innovative creation for its time. It was an armored naval warship cruiser known for its impressive speed, firepower, and armored protection combination. The USS Maine […]

Introduction The Spanish-American War was a big moment in history. It happened because of ambition, fear, and action. The conflict changed how power was divided globally. It made the United States the most powerful country and showed that the Spanish Empire was no longer strong. The war started because of different events. These events included […]