April 1898

Thursday 21:

Spanish-American War: The U.S. Congress, on April 25, recognizes that a state of war exists between the United States and Spain as of this date.

Friday 22:

Spanish-American War: The United States Navy begins a blockade of Cuban ports and the USS Nashville captures a Spanish merchant ship.

Sunday 24:

Spanish-American War: Spain declares war on the United States.

Monday 25:

Spanish-American War: The United States declares war on Spain.