Which three territories did the U.S. acquire/gain influence over as a result of the Spanish-American War in 1898?
The United States acquired/gained influence over three territories as a result of the Spanish-American War in 1898. These territories are:
1. The Philippines: The United States gained control over the Philippines, a Spanish colony at the time. However, the United States faced resistance from Filipino nationalists who sought independence, leading to the Philippine-American War (1899-1902).
2. Guam: Guam, a territory in the Pacific Ocean, became a possession of the United States as a result of the Treaty of Paris that ended the Spanish-American War. It continues to be an unincorporated territory of the United States today.
3. Puerto Rico: Puerto Rico, an island in the Caribbean, also became a possession of the United States through the Treaty of Paris. It remains a U.S. territory, with its residents having U.S. citizenship but limited representation in Congress.