San Juan Hill Collection

Roosevelt and the Rough Riders on San Juan Hill, 1898
Colonel Roosevelt and Rough Riders where they charged over San Juan Hill, Spanish-American War. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

Contemporary map showing the advances of Colonel Theodore Roosevelts Rough Riders at the Battle of San Juan Hill, Cuba
CUBA: SAN JUAN HILL. Contemporary map showing the advances of Colonel Theodore Roosevelts Rough Riders at the Battle of San Juan Hill, Cuba, and of other American forces at El Caney, 1 July 1898

SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR, 1898. Members of the U. S. Tenth (Black) Cavalry on San Juan Hill
SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR, 1898. Members of the U.S. Tenth (Black) Cavalry on San Juan Hill, Cuba, following its capture, July 1898

Panoramic View of the Great Battle of the Spanish-American War, the General Assault on Santiago de Cuba on 1 July
1063685 Panoramic View of the Great Battle of the Spanish-American War, the General Assault on Santiago de Cuba on 1 July (engraving) by English School

How the Horses Died for Their Country at Santiago, 1899 (oil on canvas)
2969048 How the Horses Died for Their Country at Santiago, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 68.6x101.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

A spy, 1901. Artist: Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilyevich (1842-1904)
A spy, 1901. Found in the collection of the State Art Gallery, Lviv

Charge of the Rough Riders at San Juan Hill in 1898, c. 1900. Artist: Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilyevich (1842-1904)
Charge of the Rough Riders at San Juan Hill in 1898, c. 1900. Found in the collection of the Regional W. Wereshchagin Art Museum, Mykolaiv

Interrogation of a Deserter, c. 1901-1902. Artist: Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilyevich (1842-1904)
Interrogation of a Deserter, c.1901-1902. Found in the collection of the Regional W. Wereshchagin Art Museum, Mykolaiv

Contemporary map of the Battle of San Juan Hill, Cuba, fought 1 July 1898, during the Spanish-American War
CUBA: SAN JUAN HILL. Contemporary map of the Battle of San Juan Hill, Cuba, fought 1 July 1898, during the Spanish-American War

NYC: DRUG RAID, 1939. Treasury agents blockade a street with their cars before rounding up suspected drug dealers in the San Juan Hill neighborhood (now Lincoln Square) of Manhattan. Photograph, 1939

CUBA: SAN JUAN HILL, 1898. American troops in the trenches at San Juan Hill, Cuba, during the Spanish-American War, 1898

CUBA: SAN JUAN HILL, 1898. The Seventh U.S. Infantry under General Adna Romanza Chaffee storming a blockhouse on San Juan Hill, Cuba, capturing 200 Spanish soldiers, 1 July 1898

CUBA: SAN JUAN HILL, 1898. African American troops of the 10th (Black) Cavalry at rest on San Juan Hill, Cuba, during the Spanish American War. Photographed July 1898

GATLINGS TO THE ASSAULT. The Gatling Gun Detachment commanded by Lieutenant John H. Parker charging up San Juan Hill, Santiago de Cuba, 1 July 1898. Painting by H. Charles McBarron, Jr

CUBA: SAN JUAN HILL. Map of the disposition of the American and Cuban forces at the Battle of San Juan Hill, Cuba, 1 July 1898, during the Spanish-American War

Members of the U. S. Tenth (Colored) Cavalry on San Juan Hill, Cuba, following its capture, July 1898
CUBA: TENTH CAVALRY, 1898. Members of the U.S. Tenth (Colored) Cavalry on San Juan Hill, Cuba, following its capture, July 1898, during the Spanish American War. Oil over a photograph

Theodore Roosevelt, 1898
THEODORE ROOSEVELT, 1898. Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, wearing red shirt, and his Rough Riders at the top of San Juan Hill, Cuba. Oil over a photograph, early July, 1898

Roosevelt & Rough Riders
ROOSEVELT & ROUGH RIDERS. Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders at the top of San Juan Hill, Cuba, early July, 1898

Cuba: Rough Riders, 1898
CUBA: ROUGH RIDERS, 1898. Teddys Rough Riders. Theodore Roosevelt leading his Rough Riders at the storming of San Juan Hill, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Contemporary lithograph by W.G. Read

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"San Juan Hill: A Historic Battle that Shaped Nations" In 1898, Colonel Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders embarked on a daring mission to conquer San Juan Hill during the Spanish-American War. This battle would forever etch their names in history as they fought valiantly for their country's honor. As depicted in contemporary maps, the advances of Roosevelt's Rough Riders were crucial in securing victory not only at San Juan Hill but also at El Caney. The American forces displayed unwavering determination and resilience against the Spanish troops. Notably, members of the U. S. Tenth (Black) Cavalry also played an integral role on San Juan Hill. Their bravery and skill demonstrated that courage knows no color or race when it comes to defending one's homeland. The panoramic view of the great battle showcases the intensity with which both sides clashed during this pivotal moment in history. It serves as a reminder of how war can shape nations and alter destinies forever. Artists like Vasili Vasilyevich Vereshchagin captured various aspects of this conflict through their powerful works. From depicting the charge of the Rough Riders to showcasing interrogation scenes, these artworks provide glimpses into both heroism and sacrifice witnessed on San Juan Hill. Decades later, another significant event took place near San Juan Hill when Treasury agents conducted a drug raid in NYC in 1939. This highlights how historical locations can witness different chapters throughout time while still retaining their significance. Returning to Cuba, images from 1898 reveal American troops entrenched within trenches at San Juan Hill. These soldiers faced unimaginable challenges but stood firm against adversity for what they believed was right – freedom and justice prevailing over oppression. Lastly, we must remember that battles like those fought on San Juan Hill shaped not only military strategies but also political landscapes across nations involved in conflicts such as the Spanish-American War. They serve as reminders of our shared pasts and the sacrifices made by those who fought for a better future.