The United States had an interest in Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Panama Canal. ... When a German ship was spotted landing on the eastern coast of Mexico, American forces intervened and took the city of Veracruz against heavy resistance. ...

• Word Count: 647
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The revolt was very destructive and Hidalgo marched on with 80,000 men to Mexico City. Then in 1811 after retreating from Mexico City the Spanish defeated him and Hidalgo was captured and executed. ... In the Caribbean there were three Spanish Colonies, Santo Domingo, Puerto Rico and Cuba. ...

• Word Count: 1969
• Approx Pages: 8
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• Grade Level: High School