In the shadow of the past: the development of expansionist and anti-expansionist sentiments -- Group of many shades: the anti-anti-imperialists -- The Cuban rebellion and American politics, 1895/1896 -- Critical dilemma in Spanish/American relations -- Sliding toward war -- Naval capabilities -- Land warfare -- The sentiments of the European press -- Voices of concern: the business community and the Spanish/American War -- A war without benefits -- Shift in public opinion -- Dissent, alleged war crimes and the Philippines War
Summary
"Following the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor in 1898, pro-war arguments prevailed in the American press, influencing public opinion in favor of engaging in the Spanish-American War--or so goes the popular version of events. Yet there was a substantial anti-imperialist segment of public that tried to halt the advance towards conflict"-- Provided by publisher
