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Explain 2-3 ways in which the Spanish-American War influenced the emergence of the

United States as a world power.

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Answer:

It also marked the U.S. entry to

international affairs. Since after the conflict, the

U.S. intervened in many conflicts around the

world and entered many treaties and

agreements. It gave way to the building of the

Panama Canal, and also marked the growth of

the U.S. Navy and Army.

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Answer:

THe United States winning the war gave us control over more territories. This made us more powerful. This also helped us emerge into a world power. so we are more independent.

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