Hawaii by Tatiana Santiago

3067212 — 2023-11-01 17:27:54 UTC

In 1898, America annexed Hawaii which extended U.S territory into the Pacific Ocean. This resulted in economic integration and the rise of the United States as a Pacific Power. For most of the 1800's, the leaders that were in Washington were concerned that Hawaii would become a part of the European nation (Empire).

3067212 — 2023-11-01 21:40:07 UTC

Hawaii was spurred and nationally aroused by the Spanish-American War when the United States annexed Hawaii in 1898 because they needed to urge the president, William McKinley. This is Imperialists (Expansion) the U.S is expanding their territory to own more land and to take control over the Pacific ocean.

3067212 — 2023-11-01 22:13:22 UTC

The Hawaiians immediately started protesting which followed the annexation of the islands. The U.S actions were denounced as an act of war. In the end, by establishing a government without the consent of the governed, the indigenous people got denied the political voice or vote. This is the cry that went out to the annexation of Hawaii.