How was the transition of governance from the Spaniards to the Americans made possible in the Philippines?

The transition of governance from the Spaniards to the Americans in the Philippines was facilitated by the defeat of Spain in the Spanish-American War in 1898. Following the war, the Treaty of Paris was signed, ceding the Philippines to the United States. The U.S. established a colonial government, promoting American ideals and infrastructure development, which reshaped the political landscape. Additionally, the Philippine-American War ensued as Filipinos sought independence, but ultimately American control was solidified through military and political means.