What was the Philippine-American War?
Q: What was the Philippine-American War?
A: The Philippine-American War was an armed military conflict between the United States and the First Philippine Republic. It lasted from 1899 to at least 1902, arising from a Filipino political struggle against U.S. occupation of the Philippines.
Q: When did hostilities officially end?
A: Hostilities were officially declared over on July 4, 1902, though American troops continued fighting against remnants of the Philippine Army and other resistance groups until 1913.
Q: What is the Medal of Honor?
A: The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration presented by the United States government to a member of its armed forces. It is awarded for distinguished service above and beyond what is expected in action against an enemy of the United States, often posthumously after death in battle.
Q: How many people received it for their actions in the war?
A: Eighty-six men received Medals of Honor for their actions in the Philippine–American War; 70 from the Army, 10 from Navy, 6 from Marine Corps with four being posthumous awards.
Q: Who was Webb Hayes?
A: Webb Hayes was one recipient who received a Medal of Honor for his actions during this war; he was also son to former U.S President Rutherford B. Hayes.
Q: Who were Hiram I Bearss and David Dixon Porter?
A: Hiram I Bearss and David Dixon Porter were two well known Marine Corps officers who both received Medals of Honor for their actions during this war; Bearss became known for leading long-range reconnaissance patrols behind enemy lines while Porter rose to become a major general from a distinguished military family background .
Q: Who was José B Nísperos?
A: José B Nísperos was another recipient who received a Medal of Honor; he was a member of the Philippine Scouts honored for continuing to fight even after being wounded - making him also be recognized as first Asian recipient ever given this medal
