Philippine Insurrection

The Philippine Insurrection, also known as the Philippine-American War (1899-1902), was a conflict between Filipino revolutionaries seeking independence and the United States, which had acquired the Philippines from Spain after the Spanish-American War. Filipinos, led by Emilio Aguinaldo, opposed American colonization, believing they deserved self-governance. The war involved guerrilla tactics and resulted in significant casualties and destruction. Ultimately, the U.S. established control, leading to a long period of American influence in the Philippines, which formally became a U.S. territory. The insurrection is a crucial part of Philippine history and reflects broader themes of colonialism and nationhood.