The Spanish-American War raised the need for a short cut for the Navy from the Atlantic Ocean to Pacific Ocean inspiring the creation of what?​

Although the United States had no overseas colonies to protect, business and government leaders realized that a strong navy was essential to defend trade and growing international interests. Beginning in 1881, Congress supported a modernization program that would make the American navy effective.

That president would be none other than president warren g harding , return to say of life before wwi