The Spanish-American War 1898
The Great War · Season 12 · Episode 6
In the last years of the 19th century, tension was building in the Caribbean. American newspapers were filled with grisly reports of Spanish atrocities against the people of Cuba struggling for independence. US businessmen and expansionist politicians also saw practical opportunities in Spain’s struggles: great power status and an empire for the United States. It’s the Spanish-American War.
Episode Details
Air date, runtime, timezone, and episode position.
Season
12
Episode
6
Air Date
13/Jun/2025
Air Time
—
Runtime
34 min
Overview
Episode summary.
In the last years of the 19th century, tension was building in the Caribbean. American newspapers were filled with grisly reports of Spanish atrocities against the people of Cuba struggling for independence. US businessmen and expansionist politicians also saw practical opportunities in Spain’s struggles: great power status and an empire for the United States. It’s the Spanish-American War.
Episode Navigation
Move between previous and next episodes.