On This Day: The United States captures Guam from Spain. The few warning shots fired by the... (1898)

On June 21, 1898: The United States captures Guam from Spain. The few warning shots fired by the U.S. naval vessels are misinterpreted as salutes by the Spanish garrison, which was unaware that the two nations were at war.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.