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Why did many americans want the united states to cuba gain independence from spain? cuba was rich in natural resources, including gold and oil. cuba would provide access to the pacific ocean through a narrow strait. the united states had strong economic ties to cuba. the majority of cubans expressed interest in becom ing a us state.

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The victorian era was characterized by select all that apply. an extended period of piece strict code of social conduct a rapidly shrinking middle class increasing conflict between europe and america