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Battle of Paceo. (Manila) Feb y 4 & 5 1899
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Battle of Paceo. (Manila) Feb y 4 & 5 1899
Battle of Paceo. (Manila) Feb y 4 & 5 1899. Battle of Paceo. (Manila) Feb y 4 & 5 1899
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the Battle of Paso de Blas, a pivotal moment in the Philippine-American War that took place on February 4 and 5, 1899, in Manila. The image shows the destruction wrought by the intense fighting between the United States Army, led by Major General Elwell Otis, and the Filipino forces under the command of General Emilio Aguinaldo. The Battle of Paso de Blas, also known as the Battle of Manila, was fought for control of the strategic Pasig River crossing at Paso de Blas, which was a crucial supply route for the American forces. The battle was a turning point in the war, as the Filipino forces were unable to hold their ground against the superior American firepower and tactics. The photograph shows the aftermath of the battle, with the bodies of Filipino soldiers and civilians lying in the streets, amidst the ruins of buildings and the smoldering remains of destroyed structures. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the devastation it brings in its wake. The Battle of Paso de Blas marked the end of the Filipino resistance in Manila and paved the way for the eventual American victory in the Philippine-American War. The conflict, which lasted from 1899 to 1902, resulted in the United States gaining control of the Philippines as a colony, a status that lasted until 1946. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the history and legacy of the Battle of Paso de Blas and the Philippine-American War, and serves as a testament to the courage and sacrifice of the soldiers and civilians who lived through those turbulent times.
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