8. how were airplanes first used to the benefit the united states citizens? what did charles
lindberg and amelia earhart do to advance the use of airplane travel?

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.