“The air was thick with war feeling, like the electricity of a storm which has not yet burst” (Howells 1491). This quote from William Dean Howells’ Editha represents the atmosphere of America leading up to and during the Spanish-American War. America was split by differing views of imperialism, and ultimately ended up fighting a war for the wrong reasons. An atmosphere of blind patriotism, corrupted by yellow journalism and jingoism, consumed America during the years of the Spanish American War, which can be seen in the characters of William Dean Howells’ Editha.
America entered into the Spanish-American War due to the yellow journalism that filled American citizen’s heads with sensational journalism, a prime example of this being Editha
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This is evident in Editha through the characterization of George and Editha, both representing an opposing view on imperialism. Americans had sympathies for the Cubans, they struggled under Spanish rule. But American sympathy was not the sole reason for America getting involved in the Cuban revolution. American business had about $50 million invested in Cuba and these investments were at risk because of the revolution taking place in Cuba (Kennedy-Cohen 610). The Teller Amendment also proves that America went to war with Spain for the wrong reasons. The Teller Amendment stated that when the Unites States defeated Spain, it would grant Cuba freedom (Kennedy-Cohen 612). This Amendment indebted the Cubans to America and made them dependent on America. Americans wanted this amendment so that Cuba could become the United States’ land. During the time of the Spanish-American War, America was split between pro-imperialists and anti-imperialists. Pro-imperialists wanted to expand America because of trade, social Darwinism, and the White Man’s Burden. The Spanish-American War was heavily supported by pro-imperialists looking to expand America’s power. Anti-imperialists believed in their cause because they thought it was a violation of self-determination, too expensive, and would get America too involved foreign affairs. Support for the Spanish-American War was not seen from many anti-imperialists. These opposing viewpoints on imperialism are seen in Editha through the characterization of Editha and George. Editha supports the Spanish-American War and represents the pro-imperialist view. George does not support the Spanish-American War and represents the anti-imperialist view. Editha is happy about the war and tells George that it is glorious, George responds to her, “But war[!] Is it glorious to
American journalists reported what was happening and Americans became enraged at Spain. The Yellow Press exaggerated what was happening in Cuba, which made Americans more man than they probably should have bee. Spain decided to give limited sovereignty to Cuba, but the USA did not agree with this; the USA said Spain should fully withdraw from Cuba. President William McKinley did not want to go to war, but a large portion of America wanted to help the Cubans. On April 24, 1898, Spain declared war on the United States of America.
Congress soon passed the Teller Amendment. The Teller Amendment was named after the senator of Colorado, Senator Henry Moore. This Amendment abnegated any motives by the United States to exercise jurisdiction over Cuba with the exception in a pacification role, also promising to leave the island of Cuba immediately after the war came to an end (Chronology). The Spanish government then declared war on the United States on April 24th. A day later, April 25th, the United States formally declared war (Cavendish).
The Spanish American war of 1898 was primarily based on sugar and land, but none the less, also for freedom and rights for the blacks and mulatto minority. A war consisting of Cuba, Philippines island, Puerto Rico, Guam, and other islands. This war included many men such as Major Rowan and General Calixto Garcia. As a
This provoked a war for independence in Cuba. Spain was conflicted because if they abolished slavery they would lose support of loyalist plantation owners and see a significant drop in sugar cane production. Conversely, they saw a growing abolitionist movement, and wanted to draw those favorable to emancipation away from independence movements, so they supported some anti-slavery laws (Peabody and Grinberg, 19). Just like any government, Spain had an agenda.
Robert Ressetar The American people where thirsty for blood. The Spanish American war was a war declared by the people of the United States. Americans believed win their hearts we were a world power, now they had to show the world. There were many things and propaganda that led to this war. I believe that the Propoganda that was being circulated throughout the country was probably one of the single biggest factors of the war.
Edward Britton by Gary Crew and Philip Nielsen tells the story of young British boy, Edward Britton. Who he believes was wrongfully sent to Port Arthur. It illustrates the hardships and struggles of being transported to Port Arthur and living a convict life as a young boy. He was not afraid to tell people what he thought, and was very brave. He is very well educated, and is clearly far more smarter and talented than other convict boys.
The Spanish-American War and World War1 were one of the most crucial moments in our history as Americans and the reasons we joined were for humanity and for our benefit. The U.S entered the Spanish American War and World War 1 for very similar reasons. They joined from innocent Americans getting killed or from being directly affected from the war, territory and resources, and unfair rules that hurt not just Americans but innocent people. These are the 3 main reasons why the U.S joined both of these wars.
The Spanish-American War in 1898 marked a turning point in United States foreign policy due to the fact that it was the first time America stepped away from economic isolationism and embraced imperialism. Before the war, the country was dealing with Reconstruction and Manifest Destiny. After the war, the country was regulating entire civilized populations through acquired territories from the war, and the Panama Canal. Before the Spanish-American War, America was an isolationist country that kept its focus on internal affairs that were directly involved with the post-Civil War era. In particular, it related to Reconstruction and Manifest Destiny.
Therefore, Veterans bring up the idea in the film that if Fascist can attack Spain who were becoming demarcated, who is to say they would not attack America, a government that is based on democracy? This helped motivated many Americans to volunteer in fighting in the Spanish
The U.S. refused to consult countries in the regions about their affairs (Paterson 347). As a result, many countries involved in the Spanish-American war formed liberation movements to combat the influence of Spain and the U.S. In conclusion, the U.S. had superimposed its influence over these countries by managing their trade and governmental affairs and created a regional
There were many important causes and effects of the Spanish American War. In the 1880’s the U.S. wanted to achieve manifest destiny and so they expanded out west and took control over the Native Americans. There were four different motives that the United States could’ve used to imperialize: political and military interest and economic interest were mostly with trading. Humanitarian and religious interest, to help those that you have allied with or to spread religion and the rich help those who were “under privileged.” Lastly, social darwinism, the idea that you are superior than someone else.
The most common, widespread epidemic in adolescent is the lack of self-esteem. If a teen loses confidence, they may engage in self-destructive views. To try to combat the lack of personal confidence, Canada and other individualistic countries emphasize being unique. In the short story, The Metaphor by Budge Wilson, Charlotte lives under the rule of her stern mother. Through her mother’s criticisms, her lack of confidence, and her desire to fit in with the community, Charlotte is shown to be insecure.
The war years marked the rise of the United States as having world power. During the war, the federal government intruded in the economy and influenced people’s everyday lives as never before. American leaders believed the nation’s future and prosperity and security depended on other lands and the influences from around the world. Economic bonds also allowed political impacts to be exercised abroad and helped spread the American way of life. Hawaiian Annexation and the Spanish-American war we learn many connections about the U.S. involvement.
Essay One: Imperialism Flies circle great black lumps as the moist air ravages the corpses. Dried blood soaked into the ground after faceless soldiers brutally destroyed its owners’ lives. These were the stories in the newspapers, the movies, and the films. Horrified by these crimes against humanity, the American public was spurred into action against the Spanish oppressors. the United States invaded Cuba in 1898 to pursue humanitarian efforts.
The goal of this activity was to compare and contrast two main characters of Frankenstein whom are Victor Frankenstein and Elizabeth Lavenza. Some of their similarities is their thirst for knowledge, and they are both very caring. Their differences include, how they approach and deal with problems, and their personalities (explained later). Both are very similar and barley have any differences but, the ones that they do have are very distinctable. Starting with similarities, Elizabeth and Victor share many such as their thirst for knowledge.