CS14 - US Overseas Expansion Pages 4-7

It marked the end of U.S. involvement in foreign wars.

It was the first war fought overseas by the United States and expanded U.S. influence.

It resulted in the loss of U.S. territories.

It led to the immediate independence of all Spanish colonies.

All territories gained full independence immediately.

Cuba became a U.S. state, while the others remained Spanish colonies.

Puerto Rico and Guam were ceded to the U.S., the Philippines was purchased, and Cuba gained independence.

All territories were returned to Spain after the war.