Origin of the Conflict The Balangiga Massacre happened during the Filipino-American war. It occurred in the final phase of the conflict, between 1901 and 1902. Filipinos resisted American rule, with revolts happening all over the islands. One such uprising took place in Balangiga, a small town on the southern coast of Samar Island. In a […]
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Battle of Tirad Pass
Historical Background of Tirad Pass The Battle of Tirad Pass is historically significant because it’s well-known as the “Philippine Thermopylae.” The incredibly mountainous region has served effectively as a strategic defensive position. The Greeks used the terrain at Thermopylae to stop the Persians. During the Filipino-American War, Gen. Gregorio del Pilar led Filipino forces that […]
Battle of Manila 1899
Background and Prelude to the Battle The Battle of Manila (1899) dates back to the Spanish-American War. During this conflict, Spain ceded control of the Philippines to the United States as part of the Treaty of Paris. Despite the agreement, the Filipino people, led by Emilio Aguinaldo, nullified the treaty. They were firm in their […]
Philippine-American War
Introduction The Philippine-American War happened from 1899 to 1902. It helps us understand the connection between the Philippines and the United States. It was a significant period that marked the end of Spanish control and the beginning of American influence in the Philippines. It had a profound impact on both nations. Unlike most wars, the […]
Treaty of Paris 1898
The Background of the Treaty of Paris 1898 To understand the Treaty of Paris 1898, we must look at the late 19th century, which includes the Spanish-American War. The conflict between Spain and the United States began in April 1898, following decades of rebellion in Cuba against Spanish rule. This war was also sparked by […]
Nelson A Miles
Early Life and Military Career Nelson Appleton Miles was born in Westminster, Massachusetts, on August 8, 1839. As a part of a hardworking farming family, he was introduced to a life of hard labor at an early age. However, his world drastically transformed when the Civil War erupted. Miles was attracted to the greatness of […]
Rough Riders
Formation and Leadership of the Rough Riders The creation of the Rough Riders began due to the Spanish-American War. The U.S. government, identifying the need for an effective fighting force, called for volunteers to join the Army. A prominent figure then, former Assistant Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt, quickly responded to this call in […]
Puerto Rico Campaign
Historical Background of the Puerto Rico Campaign The Puerto Rico Campaign was influenced by events before the Spanish-American War. Firstly, Spain’s colonization of Puerto Rico in 1493 initiated centuries of Spanish rule. Puerto Ricans wanted independence in the late 19th century, causing tension and civil unrest. This desire for autonomy was felt in other Spanish […]
Santiago Campaign
The Precursor to the Santiago Campaign The Santiago Campaign has its roots steeped deeply in the late 19th century. Before the campaign’s onset, Cuba’s political atmosphere was rife with tension. Several events, such as the Ten Years’ War (1868-1878), greatly fueled resistance and the call for independence. The call for liberty echoed across the land, […]
Battle of Manila Bay
The Background of the Battle of Manila Bay The Battle of Manila Bay needs to be understood in the context of the Spanish-American War. This conflict, initiated in 1898, was centered on the United States’ decision to challenge Spanish colonial reign. Specifically, the U.S. targeted Spain’s colonies in the Pacific and Caribbean. The strategic location […]