Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Report of Major-General E. S. Otis on Military Operations and Civil Affairs in the Philippine Islands (1899)"" is a detailed account of the military operations and civil affairs conducted by Major-General Elwell Stephen Otis during the Philippine-American War. The book is a compilation of Otis' official reports, orders, and correspondence from his tenure as the military governor of the Philippines from May 5, 1898, to May 5, 1900.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the military campaigns and battles fought by American troops against the Philippine insurgents, including the capture of Manila, the Battle of Santa Cruz, and the Siege of Baler. It also covers the efforts made by the American military to establish a civil government in the Philippines and to improve the living conditions of the Filipino people.The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the complex and controversial period of American colonialism in the Philippines. It provides valuable insights into the military strategy and tactics employed by the American forces, as well as their attitudes towards the Filipino people and their culture. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Philippines, American imperialism, and the nature of colonialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
