Flashcards on Philippine-American War

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When did the Philippine-American War take place?

1899-1902

Who was the President of the United States during the Philippine-American War?

William McKinley

Which country was the Philippines part of before the war with the United States?

Spain

What was the main cause of the Philippine-American War?

The United States' desire for imperial expansion

Who led the Filipino forces against the United States during the war?

Emilio Aguinaldo

What was the outcome of the war?

The United States gained control of the Philippines

How many Filipino civilians died during the war?

Estimated 200,000

What tactic was used by the United States military to suppress the Filipino resistance?

Scorched earth policy

Which treaty ended the war?

Treaty of Paris

In what year did the United States grant the Philippines independence?

1946

What was the role of the media in shaping public opinion about the war?

The media portrayed the war as a noble endeavor

What impact did the war have on the Filipino culture and society?

The war led to the loss of Filipino lives, destruction of infrastructure, and disrupted social structures

Who coined the term 'water cure' in reference to the torture methods used by American soldiers during the war?

Mark Twain

What were the Filipino soldiers fighting for during the war?

Independence and self-governance

How did the war impact the relationship between the United States and the Philippines?

The war strained the relationship, but the United States eventually granted the Philippines independence

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Where did the Philippine-American War take place?



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What was the main cause of the war?



Who led the Filipino forces against the United States?



What was the outcome of the war?



How many Filipino civilians died during the war?



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Which treaty ended the war?



When did the United States grant the Philippines independence?



What was the role of the media in shaping public opinion about the war?




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