How it Affected the United States

How DId the War Affect the U.S.? :

• It was the first war for America since the war of 1812.

• The U.S. gained new territory like Cuba, Hawaii, Cuba, Hawaii, and Guam.

• The war lasted over three years and caused 4,200 American deaths.

  • U.S. forces burned down villages and tortured citizens, acting like complete savages.