The United States Congress finally agreed to send troops to Cuba, but rather than declaring war on the Austrian Empire, it chose to declare war on Spain.
"That's right. If the Austrian Empire steps in, then we won't fight."
This unnamed congressman voiced everyone's feelings, and prolonged applause erupted through Congress.
Even Millard Fillmore had to admit it was a good idea. After all, the Austrian Empire had never formally taken over Cuba Island, so this justification could still barely hold water.
But they had to move fast. Only by creating a fait accompli before the Austrian Empire acted could America have any leverage at the negotiating table.
In the end, out of the 295 seats in the United States Congress, the resolution to declare war on Spain passed with 95 votes in favor, 94 against, and 106 abstentions.
Argentina, Buenos Aires.
After receiving news that America had declared war on Spain, Rosas silently took out that list and began earnestly preparing supplies.
But he soon discovered another problem: there were many discrepancies between the two lists.
Rosas was no good man, and he knew every crooked twist and turn behind such matters.
Without betraying a trace of emotion, Rosas put away the two lists and handed the matter over to Felipe Arana according to the original plan.
On Cuba Island, Narciso López got his wish and became an honorary major general of America, while Don Peoli was nominated as governor of the Cuban state.
As for America declaring war on Spain, it was not hard to understand. Going to war with a great power was bound to make people uneasy, and this strategy was truly brilliant.
Thus, a mighty Cuban Revolution began in earnest.
The news of America's formal declaration of war against Spain greatly inspired rebel forces and