Publisher's Synopsis
Testimony Of The Secretary Of War In The Wood Hearing (1904) is a historical document written by Alexis Everett Frye. The book is a compilation of the testimony given by the Secretary of War, William Howard Taft, during the Wood Hearing of 1904. The hearing was conducted by the United States Senate Committee on the Philippines to investigate the conduct of General Leonard Wood during his tenure as the Governor-General of the Philippines.The book provides a detailed account of the proceedings of the hearing, including the questions asked by the committee and the responses given by Taft. It also includes a summary of the events leading up to the hearing and the political climate surrounding it.The Wood Hearing was a significant event in the history of the Philippines and the United States. It highlighted the tensions between the American government and the Filipino people, who were seeking independence from American rule. The testimony given by Taft shed light on the policies and practices of the American government in the Philippines and their impact on the local population.Overall, Testimony Of The Secretary Of War In The Wood Hearing (1904) is an important historical document that provides insight into the political and social climate of the early 20th century. It is recommended for anyone interested in the history of the Philippines, American imperialism, and the relationship between the United States and its former colonies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
