But some of the most striking results of the war with Spain received no mention in the terms of the treaty. From the beginning of the struggle, Spain doubtless hoped that one or more of the Great Powers of Europe might intervene in her behalf. Some of them, with ill-concealed dislike for the United States, were quite ready to interfere in Spain's interests. But England refused to take any part in the movement. Her friendly attitude toward us in this struggle has done much to bring the two countries into closer sympathy with each other. A reflection of this good-will toward England was especially evident at the time of Queen Victoria's death in January, 1901.
Portion of the Coast of China and the Philippine Islands.
But, after all, one of the most striking results of the war with Spain has been the bringing of the various sections of our own country into closer sympathy and union. It is safe to say that never before have the North, the South, the East, and the West felt so closely bound together in thought and feeling. Let us hope that with noble ideals of the high destiny that awaits us, we shall go forward to greater achievements than we have yet known in our history.
REVIEW OUTLINE
Spain's cruel rule in Cuba.
The blowing up of the battle-ship Maine.
Commodore Dewey heads his fleet for the Philippines.
The dangerous enterprise.
The glorious victory.
Serious Questions About Admiral Cervera's Plans.
His fleet "bottled Up."
The daring feat of Lieutenant Hobson and his men.
The destruction of Cervera's fleet.
The treaty of peace.
Friendly relations between our country and England.
Closer sympathy and union of the North, the South, The East, and the West.
TO THE PUPIL
1. What is a hero? Whom do you most admire of all the heroes you have read about in this book?
2. Why did Commodore Dewey go with his fleet to the Philippines?
3. Imagine yourself with him, and give an account of the battle.