Personal Legacies of the American Empire: Witnessing the Rise of a Western Power in the Philippines

Authors

Christian S. Condo Gilkes '25, DePauw University

Document Type

Thesis

Publication Date

Fall 12-9-2024

Abstract

This historical study examines the Philippine-American War through the personal experiences of four individuals: David Fagen, a Black-American soldier who joined the Filipino resistance; Datu Ali, a Moro chieftain; George W. Suriley, an American soldier; and Apolinario Mabini, an advisor to Aguinaldo and a Filipino revolutionary. The paper explores the complex motivations, beliefs, and perspectives of individuals on both sides of the conflict, shedding light on the human cost of American imperialism and the diverse reactions to the United States' expansion into the Philippines. It further examines the racial and social dynamics within the U.S. military and the experiences of both American and Filipino populations during this period.

Comments

Created as part of Professor Julia Bruggemann's HIST 490A: Senior Seminar

Recommended Citation

Condo Gilkes, Christian S. '25, "Personal Legacies of the American Empire: Witnessing the Rise of a Western Power in the Philippines" (2024). Student Research. 67, Scholarly and Creative Work from DePauw University.
https://scholarship.depauw.edu/studentresearchother/67