What did admiral Dewey do to the spanish fleet in the Philippines?

Admiral George Dewey led the U.S. Navy to a decisive victory against the Spanish fleet at the Battle of Manila Bay on May 1, 1898, during the Spanish-American War. His forces destroyed the Spanish ships with superior naval tactics and firepower, effectively eliminating Spanish naval presence in the Philippines. This victory was instrumental in the U.S. acquisition of the Philippines and marked a significant shift in colonial power in the region.