A History of Conflict Between the United States and Philippines

Gen. Aguinaldo boarding the USS Vicksburg. Photo from Wikimediacommons

General Emilio Aguinaldo led the Filipino people in resistance against Spanish and American forces from 1895-1901. He later became president, retired, and was able to see his country finally gain full independence on July 4, 1946. Read more about this revolutionary at the following websites:

Wikipedia
Library of Congress
Emilio Aguinaldo-Dubious Hero?: blog description:  "An inquiry into the meaning of the events of 1896 to 1906 as contemporary Filipinos should understand"