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Spanish-American War Begins
Theodore Roosevelt ordered an attack on the Spanish fleet in the Philippines when the U.S. declared war on Spain. -
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The Philipines
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Battle of Manila Bay
The Battle of Manila Bay, the first hostile engagement of the Spanish-American War, occurred when America destroyed the Spanish fleet under General Dewey's control. -
Aguinaldo Back in Command
Emilio Aguinaldo came back in command of the rebel forces. He routed Spanish fources and laid siege to Manila. Soon, Britian, France, Japan, and Germany arrived. -
Philippines Gain Independence?
Aguinaldo proclaimed Filipino independence. However, it was not yet recognized by the U.S. -
American Possession of Manila
America took control of Manila. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was signed. Therefore, Spain ceded the Philippines to the United States, along with Guam and Puerto Rico for $20 million.