The result of the Spanish-American War (1898) was the emergence of the United States as a global power. The war led to the defeat of Spain and the U.S. acquisition of territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. The Treaty of Paris marked the end of the conflict, significantly expanding U.S. influence in the Caribbean and Asia. The war also ignited debates over imperialism and America's role on the world stage, setting the foundation for future interventions in Latin America and beyond. Ultimately, it shifted the balance of power and established the U.S. as a colonial force alongside European empires.