After the explosion of the USS Maine, the US public was whipped up into an anti-Spanish hysteria. Despite Spain's desire to avoid war and President William McKinley's distaste for war, the yellow press continued feeding the public's appetite for anti-Spanish news. Hawks like then-Assistant Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt loudly criticized the reluctant McKinley for being weak and afraid.
James, Duke of York sent warships and the Dutch surrendered immediately.
I believe the answer is "change to meet the needs of a modern society".
Building a space ship and flying to the moon then landing safely on earth.
The reason why is you had to build a giant spaceship and make sure it works along with making suits that would protect yourself from the cold on the moon and providing oxygen.
