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The Spanish-American War: The Sinking of the Merrimac, 1898, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
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The Spanish-American War: The Sinking of the Merrimac, 1898, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
The Spanish-American War: The Sinking of the Merrimac, 1898, (c1900). It was determined to block the narrow entrance of Santiago harbour [in Cuba], and an old American collier steamer, the Merrimac, commanded by Lieutenant Hobson, and manned by six men of the U.S. Navy, was ordered to enter the narrow channel and there sink. Starting like a ghost in the dark night, Hobson steered his ship into the channel. And, despite a tempest of shot and shell poured on him as soon as his presence was discovered, sank her. He and his gallant crew took to the water, but were captured by the Spaniards... From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne]
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The Spanish-American War: The Sinking of the Merrimac," captured in this 1900 photograph, tells the story of a pivotal moment during the Spanish-American War in 1898. In an attempt to block the narrow entrance of Santiago harbor in Cuba, the American collier steamer, Merrimac, under the command of Lieutenant Hobson, was ordered to sail into the channel and sink. The steamer, manned by only six men of the U.S. Navy, began its journey like a ghost in the dark night. As soon as its presence was discovered, the Spanish forces unleashed a tempest of shot and shell upon the Merrimac. Despite the relentless attack, the steamer successfully sank, but unfortunately, Hobson and his brave crew were captured by the Spaniards. This historic event is recounted in "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX," published by Cassell and Company in the early 20th century. The engraved image, filled with drama and intrigue, captures the essence of the moment, with the Merrimac on fire and smoke billowing from its deck. The image is a testament to the courage and determination of those involved in the Spanish-American War, and serves as a reminder of the significant role naval warfare played during this time in history. The photograph, with its timeless quality, continues to captivate and inspire, offering a glimpse into the past and the events that shaped the world as we know it today.
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