Handout
Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: The Battle of Manila Bay

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the three reasons The Battle of Manila Bay is notable, the objectives of the battle, the preparations, and an extensive account of the battle itself.
Handout
US Navy

Naval Historical Center: Battle of Manila Bay, 1 May 1898

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a brief historical account and photographs and prints of the Battle of Manila Bay, a battle in the Spanish-American War. Hyperlinks to additional information.
Article
Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: The Life of Admiral George Dewey

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives the life history of Admiral George Dewey who led the attack in Manila Bay during the Spanish-American war.
Article
PBS

Pbs: American Experience: The Importance of Manila Bay

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this account of the strategic importance of Manila to the U.S. in the late 1800s. The U.S. and the Philippines eventually went to war.
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: Admiral George Dewey

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a concise biography of the hero of Manila Bay.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Dewey

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, from the Library of Congress, gives an overview of the military life of George Dewey and the part he played in the Battle of Manila Bay.