How did the spanish-american war change the balance of world power?

The US victory in the Spanish American War resulted in the US gaining possession and/or control of many new territories. These and other territorial gains resulted in the creation of a new far flung empire.

The United States gained control of the following lands as a result of the Spanish American war.

1. Cuba

2. Puerto Rico

3. Philippines

4. Other islands as well but these are the important ones.

Not all areas were ruled in the same manner.

Explanation:

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