The Battle of Bayan and Other Battles

"The Battle of Bayan and Other Battles" by James Edgar Allen recounts a slice of early 20th-century history using the events of the Moro Campaign to provide a picture of the conflicts throughout Mindanao, Philippines, in 1902. The book follows American troops as they experience fierce hostilities against Moro tribes, primarily around Lake Region, marked by strategic battles such as the Battle of Bayan. The story illuminates a vivid depiction of the bravery and tactics employed by armies on both sides, and explores themes of valor, sacrifice, and brutal realities of warfare that are emphasized through detailed accounts. Letters, including those from the President of the United States, show the magnitude of the conflict.