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Created page with "== Background == The Battle of Manila Bay took place on May 1, 1898, during the Spanish-American War. The battle was a decisive naval engagement that led to the United States acquiring control over the Philippines from Spain. The battle was initiated by the United States in an effort to destroy the Spanish Pacific Squadron, which was anchored in Manila Bay. Image:Detail-76335.jpg|thumb|center|Historic battle ships in Manila Bay during the Battle of Manila Bay...."
