The Philippine-American War

The Philippine-American War (1899-1902) was an armed conflict between the Philippines and the United States following the U.S. acquisition of the Philippines from Spain after the Spanish-American War. Filipinos sought independence, led by Emilio Aguinaldo, but the U.S. aimed to establish control over the islands. The war was marked by guerrilla warfare and significant casualties, with many civilians affected. It ultimately ended with the U.S. victory, leading to American colonial rule and lasting impacts on Philippine society and governance, as well as U.S.-Philippine relations. The conflict remains a significant event in the history of both nations.