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In History / High School | 2014-11-20

Which president oversaw the Spanish-American War?

A. Grover Cleveland
B. Ulysses S. Grant
C. William McKinley
D. Benjamin Harrison

Asked by PearlEarlgy

Answer (2)

William McKinley was the president at the time.

Answered by Joel0920 | 2024-06-10

William McKinley was the president during the Spanish-American War, which occurred in 1898. McKinley sought a peaceful resolution but ultimately requested a declaration of war after Spain refused to grant Cuban independence. The war resulted in a significant victory for the United States, leading to its imperial expansion.
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Answered by Joel0920 | 2024-12-26

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