Answer:
Both take independence from their conqueror with the help of U. S.
Both are Islands needed by America due to its strategic position.
Step-by-step explanation:
In Cuba in 1898, U.S interfere in Cuba in order to protect its people and investments and for that reason U.S declared war on the Spain and as a result cuba gain independence while on the other hand, U.S also help Hawaii people to get independence from their monarch. Both Cuba and Hawaii are Islands needed by America due to its strategic position.