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Crucible of Empire: The Spanish-American War
Crucible of Empire: The Spanish-American War

Crucible of Empire: The Spanish-American War

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Crucible of Empire demonstrates how and why the Spanish-American War constitutes such an important milestone in U.S. history. This program examines the events and attitudes that led to war, followed by an exploration of the conflict and its outcome. Early film footage and stills of battle scenes, plus rich visuals, a compelling story, and intriguing analogies to current foreign policy make Crucible of Empire a riveting documentary.

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Original Language

English

Runtime

120 mins

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Release Date

30 December 1999

Country

United States of America

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