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169. Freedom Fighters Betrayed: Colonising the Philippines
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American Conquest of the Philippines
This chapter explores the historical context of the United States acquiring the Philippines after the war with Spain, discussing the mindset of white European descendants in the late 19th century and their sense of divine calling and superiority. It delves into the motives behind the United States considering annexing the Philippines, the challenges faced due to the non-white population of the colony, and the brutal conflict that ensued in the early 20th century, resulting in over three quarters of a million Filipino deaths.
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