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Philippine-American War
- The US took the Philippines from Spain after the Spanish-American War, leading to a new fight for Filipino independence.
- This war, lasting until 1913, resulted in the deaths of approximately 750,000 people.
Imperial Expansion and Identity Crisis
- The U.S. annexation of Guam, Hawaii, and the Philippines triggered an identity crisis.
- The expansion led to a reassessment of the nation's identity and place in the world.
Shift in Name
- The name "America" for the United States gained popularity after the Spanish-American War.
- Before 1898, using "America" was often corrected; afterward, using "United States" was.