Question

Why did united states navy commodore George Dewey lead an attack on ships in Manila bay during the Spanish American war

Answer 1

Answer: ships are part of the Spanish navy

Explanation: Hope this helps :)

Answer 2

President Theodore Roosevelt thought that the sinking of Maine was done by the Spanish fleet in 1898 February 15th.
He thought that if US doesnt fight back, they are no better than cowards.
He then ordered George Dewey to attack the Spanish.
But later realizing the Maine was sunk by a mine.
Basically this war is a revenge done by the Americans for their pride and the battleship Maine