Battle of Manila Bay

The Battle of Manila Bay, fought on May 1, 1898, was a decisive naval engagement during the Spanish-American War. U.S. naval forces, led by Commodore George Dewey, attacked the Spanish fleet stationed in the Philippines. The American ships quickly defeated the Spanish ships, destroying much of their fleet with minimal damage to themselves. This victory effectively ended Spanish control over the Philippines and marked a significant shift in naval power, establishing the U.S. as a major naval force in the Pacific region. The battle is celebrated for its strategic clarity and rapid, decisive outcome.