The first investigators determined the uss maine sank because of a)a bomb onboard the ship. b)spies on the ship. c)a mechanical error. d)an outside mine.

The correct answer is:

D. an outside mine.

Explanation:

The U.S.S. Maine was a battleship that had been sent to protect American lives and properties in Cuba during the revolt against the Spaniards. It exploded and sank in Havana harbor in January 1898, and was the determinant factor for the United States to intervene against the Spaniards after investigations concluded that the explosion was caused by an external cause (a mine), and that Spanish people plotted against the Americans.

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explanation:

"despite progress in the war, lincoln and most political pundits were convinced that he would lose his bid for reelection in 1864. the country was war weary and the democratic party's nominee, george mcclellan, was likely to negotiate a peace treaty with the confederacy if elected." - loc.gov

d

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