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Proclamation of Benevolent Assimilation of the Philippine Islands

President McKinley issued a proclamation declaring U.S. intention to 'benevolently assimilate' the Philippine Islands and directing U.S. military authorities to take possession following Spain's cession.

Proclamation of Benevolent Assimilation of the Philippine Islands

The proclamation formalized U.S. policy of sovereignty and administration in the Philippines after the Spanish–American War, provoked Filipino leaders, and helped precipitate the Philippine–American War.

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