Thesis Statement
The Philippine Revolution was an ongoing battle between The Philippines, America, and Spain, stretching from August 23, 1896, to July 4, 1902, in a constant struggle for Filipino independence. Revolts over religious rights, the right of self-determination, and territorial integrity are the foundation of this Revolution and how the Philippines gained their independence.
Fast Facts
Capital of the Philippines: Manila
Area of the Philippines: 300,000 square kilometers or 115,831 square miles
Population: Around 100,000,000
Islands in the Philippines: 7,107 islands
Philippine Divides: three main geographic groups, 17 regions and 80 provinces
When did the Philippines declare independence? From Spain on June 12, 1898. From the United States on July 4, 1946.
Who were the major revolutionary figures? A group called the Katipunan led by Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Aguinaldo who became the first President of the Philippine Republic.
How did the Philippines fall under United States control? The United States took control of the Philippines once they gained independence from Spain in the 1898 Treaty of Paris.
How long was the Philippine-American War? it lasted about three years.
Area of the Philippines: 300,000 square kilometers or 115,831 square miles
Population: Around 100,000,000
Islands in the Philippines: 7,107 islands
Philippine Divides: three main geographic groups, 17 regions and 80 provinces
When did the Philippines declare independence? From Spain on June 12, 1898. From the United States on July 4, 1946.
Who were the major revolutionary figures? A group called the Katipunan led by Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Aguinaldo who became the first President of the Philippine Republic.
How did the Philippines fall under United States control? The United States took control of the Philippines once they gained independence from Spain in the 1898 Treaty of Paris.
How long was the Philippine-American War? it lasted about three years.