<span>The Spanish American War of 1898 took place in the island
nations of Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Philippines. The Americans were able to defeat the Spanish
in the Battle of Manila Bay. They scored
wins against the Spanish in Cuba with the Battle of San Juan Hill. Americans had difficulty in Puerto Rico as
both sides had difficulty during the fighting that came to an end when an
armistice was signed. Later the Treaty
of Paris was signed on December 10, 1898
and the war came to an end. The U.S.
gained the Philippines, Guam and Puerto Rico.
The Americans also establish a naval bay at Guantanamo Bay.</span>
<span>More people began to live comfortably, causing the rush to the suburbs which was encouraged by the federal agencies that loan guarantees made living in the suburbs cheaper than in the city apartments. Large population had begun families when the soldiers returned home from war, causing a Baby boom. Truman supported the Point Four program to support the poor and discourage them from becoming Communists, also called for the Fair Deal which recommended full employment with higher minimum wage, improved housing, better farm price, and an expanded Social Security.<span>
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Matthew begins by calling Jesus the son of David, indicating his royal origin, and also son of Abraham, indicating that he was an Israelite; both are stock phrases, in which son means descendant, calling to mind the promises God made to David and to Abraham.