USA and Philippines War

From 1899- 1902 The United States went to war with the Philippines. The United States spend an abundance amount of money to get the supplies needed for the war. The United States had far more troops than the Filipinos, in turn won the war in the American favor.

The Philippine Organic Act was established on July 1st, 1902 this helped give the Filipinos their independence, but in September 5th 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt gave his condolence to the people.

The United States helped the Philippines, after the destruction of Typhoon Haiyan,  by donating over $37 million dollars in supplies and food to the people. Emergency supplies were given to them by helicopters, along with medical attentions were also given.

The Philippines is located near southeast Asia, close in the middle of the Tropic of Cancer, and the Equator.