Discuss the expansion of the United States as a colonial or imperial power.

It is noon, August 13, 1898. You are an officer during the ongoing Spanish-American War who is stationed in the Philippines. You come from a military family that has fought in all major wars since the Revolution (you are descended from the Revolutionary War soldier you wrote about in Unit II and are the grandson of an officer of the Civil War). After a short two-hour battle, you and your fellow soldiers have captured the city of Manila, ending the conflict. As your friends celebrate the capture of the capital, you take pencil and paper and write a short description of your experiences over the last four months from Cuba to the Philippines.Explain the factors that ultimately secured victory for the United States over Spain. Discuss the expansion of the United States as a colonial or imperial power. Consider the United States involvement in foreign affairs and military conflicts from the beginning of the year, and reflect on what you experienced during the war.Your response must be at least 300 words in length.