Battle of San Juan (1898)

The Battle of San Juan in 1898 was a key conflict during the Spanish-American War, fought in Puerto Rico. U.S. forces aimed to capture strategic positions on the island from Spanish defenders. The battle involved artillery and infantry assaults on fortified hills near San Juan, with Americans trying to gain control of high ground to weaken Spanish defenses. After intense fighting, the U.S. troops successfully took control of San Juan’s outskirts, contributing to their eventual victory in Puerto Rico. The battle marked an important step in U.S. efforts to seize Puerto Rico from Spain and expand its influence in the Caribbean.