Asked by Austin Henderson on Apr 24, 2024
Analyze the consequences of American rule in Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Philippines. Did the citizens prosper? Enjoy freedom? Accept American rule? Comment on the consequences for the United States with regard to the statement made by Eric Foner in the text: "Thus, two principles central to American freedom since the War of Independence-no taxation without representation and government based on the consent of the governed-were abandoned when it came to the nation's new possessions."
American Rule
A legal principle that each party in a lawsuit pays its own attorney's fees, unlike the "English Rule" where the losing party pays.
Puerto Rico
An island and unincorporated territory of the United States located in the northeastern Caribbean Sea, known for its rich culture and history.
Cuba
An island nation in the Caribbean known for its significant role in Cold War politics, rich cultural heritage, and complex history with the United States.
- Investigate the consequences of American imperialism in territories like Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Philippines.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the consequences of American imperialism in territories like Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Philippines.