Why was the americans attack on manila harbor in the philippines important for a quick american victory in the spanish american war?
1. The United States relied on war supplies from Asia and securing the Philippines protected those.
2. The United States was able to crush the Spanish fleet in Manila thereby making it a war on the Caribbean only.
3. The United States protected Filipinos and they in turn came to the United States aid during the Spanish American war.
4. Securing Manila harbor allowed the United States to establish a strategic base in the Pacific, giving them more control over the region and potentially opening up trade opportunities in Asia.
5. By capturing the Spanish fleet in Manila, the United States severely weakened Spain's naval power and ability to wage war effectively, giving them a significant advantage in the conflict.
6. The capture of Manila harbor also bolstered American morale and public support for the war, as it demonstrated the strength and capability of the US military.