Major Events

February 15, 1898- the sinking and explosion of the battleship USS Maine in Havana Harbor, Cuba.

April 25,1898- United states declares war on Spain.

June 12,1898- Philippines proclaim independence.

June 30, 1898- United States troops arrive in the Philippines to start the war.

February 4, 1899- Fighting begins between United States forces and Filipino Nationalists.

March 13, 1901- USA forces capture General Aguinaldo

July 4, 1902- President Roosevelt issues a proclamation ending the Philippine-American War.