The Spanish-American War was relatively short, beginning on
April 25, 1898 and ending on August 12, 1898. However, the
resulting conflict in the Philippines continued for years as the
Philippine American War.
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From 25 April 1898 to 12 August 1898.
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On 25 April 1898. 1898 In 1898.
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Following a public outcry against the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana on February 15, 1898, Congress declared war on Spain on April 25, 1898. Congress declared war on Spain on April 25, 1898.