Write a well-organized essay, including supporting details from the documents/textbook/other sources ...

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Write a well-organized essay, including supporting details from the documents/textbook/other sources in which you analyze and discuss the material that has been assigned by addressing the following question: In 1898 the U.S. declared war on Spain. Discuss why the Spanish-American War has been called the "splendid little war," the reasons offered as to why the U.S. decided to engage in this war, and if you agree or disagree with these reasons. We also fought the Philippine-American War during this period. Discuss possible reasons why this war has been largely ignored. Please include one introduction paragraph, 2 body paragraphs, and one conclusion paragraph.