Question

How did the United States justify its takeover of the Philippines?

Answer 1

The United States justified its takeover of the Philippines by arguing that it was its duty to civilize the Filipinos.

Answer 2

The United States justified its takeover of the Philippines by arguing that if the United States did not take control, France, Britain, or Germany would. It was also argued that Americans had a duty to “uplift and civilize” the Filipinos.

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