After years of fighting between Spain and Cuba, the Cuban War for Independence had finally reached the widespread attention of the American people. The league argued against militarization and the creation of an overseas American Empire and asserted that the principles the United States had been founded upon needed to extend to foreign policy as well.Īt the turn of the 20 th century, the United States faced a decision. During the late 19 th and early 20 th centuries, the Anti-Imperialist League used Faneuil Hall to protest America’s growing imperialism. These movements covered a broad range of issues, such as labor, women’s suffrage and slavery. Faneuil Hall has played a central role as a forum and meeting place for political movements throughout Boston’s history.
