US annexation of the Philippines

Definition

US annexation of the Philippines refers to the acquisition of the Philippines as a territory by the United States following its victory in the Spanish-American War in 1898. This act led to debates about whether it was morally acceptable for one country to claim control over another without consent.

Related terms

Imperialism: Imperialism is a policy where one country extends its power over other territories through military force or economic dominance.

Treaty of Paris (1898): The Treaty of Paris was the agreement that ended the Spanish-American War and ceded control of the Philippines from Spain to the United States.

Anti-Imperialist League: The Anti-Imperialist League was an organization formed in the United States to oppose US imperialism and advocate for self-rule for other nations.