Key Figures

  • Emilio Aguinaldo was the Philippines leader against the Spanish and Americans.

  • George Dewey was the Navy Commodore that commanded the United States surprise attack at Battle of Manila.

  • William R. Hearst was a newspaper publisher (Yellow Journalism) caused public hysteria.

  • William McKinley was United States President. Under McKinley, the U.S. engaged in a time of imperialism.