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The War of Resistance in the Philippines

H.W. Brands
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Show 49 The American Peril artwork
Hardcore HistoryFeb 21, 2000
Show 49 The American Peril
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“As historian H.W. Brands wrote, quote, Many Americans had been willing to go along with annexing territory overseas, as long as annexation was cheap and easy.”

Sentiment: Critical Analysis
Trigger: U.S. military history
For: Historians and students of military ethics
Key quote: “As historian H.W. Brands wrote, quote, Many Americans had been willing to go along with annexing territory overseas, as long as annexation was cheap and easy.”
The host mentions H.W. Brands' book to highlight the moral dilemmas faced by Americans during the Philippine-American War. The book illustrates how the war's harsh realities ultimately shaped public opinion against future military interventions.