Battle Of Santiago De Cuba Collection

U.S.S. New York, apprentice boat crew, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, apprentice boat crew, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

Wreck of the Vizcaya, Battle of Santiago, 1898, between 1898 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Wreck of the Vizcaya, Battle of Santiago, 1898, between 1898 and 1901

U.S.S. Oregon, cheering the hauling down of the Colon's colors, Battle of Santiago, 1899 July

U.S.S. New York, a gun crew, anniversary of Santiago, 1899, 1899. Creator: Edward H Hart
U.S.S. New York, a gun crew, anniversary of Santiago, 1899, 1899

U.S.S. New York, a 10-round bout, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, a 10-round bout, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, a 4-round bout, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, a 4-round bout, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, sack race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, sack race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, 3 legged race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, 3 legged race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, 3 legged race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, 3 legged race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, Mike, decorated for anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, Mike, decorated for anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

US Battleship Iowa, c1908. The USS Iowa was the very newest American battleship in the Spanish-American War. She took part in the Battle of Santiago on July 3, 1898

The Vesubio battleship, (1898), 1920s
The Vesuvius. At midnight of the day on June 15, 1898 Vesuvius with compressed air cannons shot three enormous bombs of 250 pounds of dynamite

Captain Evans and Cervera, (1898), 1920s
Captain Evans and Cervera. When the Maria Teresa started to sink, Cervera jumped into the water, and was picked up by the Cuban forces of Cebreco, who handed him over to the Gloucester

The Texas Battleship, (1898), 1920s
Battleship Texas. A second class Texas battlship it was 6, 300 tons and was able to do 17 miles per hour. In the battle of Santiago suffered slight damage.Cigar card from the History of Cuba

The Oregon battleship, (1898), 1920s
She took part in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, where she and the cruiser Brooklyn were the only ships fast enough to chase down the Spanish cruiser Cristobal Colon, forcing its surrender

The sinking of the Merrimac, (1898), 1920s
Sinking of the Merrimac. On June 3rd, 1898 the Lieutenant Richmond Hobson, sank ithe coal vessel Merrimac n the port channel, in order to obstruct

The New York battleship, (1898), 1920s
The New York. Cruise battleship of 8.200 tons commanded by William Thomas Sampson. Had 10 cannons.Cigar card from the History of Cuba, Geografico Universal

Spanish Battleship The Viscaya, (1898s), 1920s
The Viscaya. The first class Battleship had 7, 000 tons and cost three million pesos. At the time of the explosion of the Maine was sent to New York to give condolences to the American people

Winfield Scott Schley, American admiral, 1898. Schley (1839-1911) commanded the US fleet at the Battle of Santiago de Cuba during the Spanish-American War

USS Indiana, American battleship, 1898. Artist: W Rau
USS Indiana, American battleship, 1898. Commissioned in 1895, the Indiana was the lead ship of a class of three pre-dreadnought battleships

The Oregons race for Cuba, 1898. As tensions grew between the United States and Spain after the sinking of the battleship USS Maine in Havana harbour, Cuba

United States Battleship Indiana, c1890s
United States Battleship Indiana, c1880. The first ship to bear the name, the USS Indiana entered service with the US Navy in 1895

United States Armoured Cruiser Brooklyn, c1890s. The second ship of that name, USS Brooklyn served in the US Navy from 1896 until 1921

Battle of Santiago de Cuba, 3 July 1898 (1900). Artist: Willy Stower
Battle of Santiago de Cuba, 3 July 1898 (1900). The largest naval engagement of the Spanish-American War, the Battle of Santiago de Cuba was a decisive American victory resulting in the total

Battle of Santiago, Spanish-American War, 1898. Artist: F Meaulle
Battle of Santiago, Spanish-American War, 1898. The Battle of Santiago de Cuba, fought between Spain and the United States on July 3, 1898, was the largest naval engagement of the Spanish-American War

Spanish Battleship Battleships Oquendo Battle Of Santiago De Cuba
The Spanish battleship Oquendo after the naval engagement at Manila Bay, during the Spanish-American War of 1898

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"The Battle of Santiago de Cuba: A Clash of Naval Titans" In the early 1900s, amidst escalating tensions between the United States and Spain, a historic battle unfolded off the coast of Santiago de Cuba. The stage was set with formidable warships that would forever etch their names in naval history. The US Battleship Iowa, an imposing vessel commissioned in 1898, stood as a symbol of American might. Its sleek design and state-of-the-art weaponry showcased America's growing naval prowess. Opposing it was the Spanish battleship Vesubio, dating back to 1898 but still formidable in its own right. Alongside it sailed the Viscaya, another Spanish battleship that exuded strength despite being from an earlier era. As Captain Evans commanded his ship with unwavering determination, he faced off against Admiral Cervera aboard his vessel. These two leaders embodied courage and strategic brilliance as they navigated through treacherous waters. Meanwhile, other renowned ships joined this epic confrontation. The Texas Battleship and Oregon Battleship raced towards Cuba to lend their support to the American cause. Their speed and power were unmatched during this era. Notably remembered is the sinking of the Merrimac—a daring act by Lieutenant Richmond Pearson Hobson who sought to block enemy vessels' path using his ship as a blockade runner. Though unsuccessful in its mission, this valiant effort demonstrated unparalleled bravery. Amidst all these events unfolded Winfield Scott Schley—an American admiral whose leadership skills shone brightly during this intense battle for supremacy at sea. The USS Indiana played a crucial role too—its presence commanding respect on both sides of the conflict. Artist W Rau captured its grandeur through intricate artwork that immortalized this legendary warship. Finally came "The Oregon's race for Cuba, " where speed became paramount as she rushed into action alongside her fellow American counterparts—their collective aim: victory over the Spanish fleet.