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Debate over Filipinos independence and the opinion of individuals in the Philippines

Includes a detailed description of the physical appearance of Filipinos, and discusses why Filipinos would desire independence or a continued relationship with the United States in the wake of Japanese militarization in Asia.

Describes Bataan and the role of Filipino soldiers, this shows their worth as an independent nation

President Roosevelt requests independence for the Philippines immediately during World War II

President Roosevelt delivers an address as he signs the Tydings-McDuffie Act of 1934 to give the Philippines their independence.