February 16, 1899
We left our quarters for San Pedro Mercati [Makati].
James J. Loughrey
February 14, 1899
Confession and Communion at St. Ignatius Church. Reports state that Iloilo has surrendered without loss of life.
February 13, 1899
Reports state that the Insurgent leader Aguinaldo wants to surrender Malabon but Otis will not accept unless Malolas [Malolos] surrender as well.
February 10, 1899
Last night we were called out and later slept in our clothes all night. Late this afternoon the battle of Malabon took place. The coloured… Read More »February 10, 1899
February 9, 1899
At 8 a.m. we were ready to leave for the city and arrived there about noon. Last night several thousand Insurgent cavalry were advancing on… Read More »February 9, 1899
February 8, 1899
We prepared to go to the city for 24 hours to relieve ‘C’ and ‘I’ Companies. We saw a gunboat go up river to shell… Read More »February 8, 1899
February 7, 1899
Reveille at 6 a.m. We had chicken for breakfast. We held 16 Insurgent prisoners, one of whom was dressed in woman’s clothing and was suspected… Read More »February 7, 1899
February 6, 1899
We left San Pedro Mercati [Makati] at 10 a.m. on reconnoitre and had a hot skirmish around Guadaloupe [Guadalupe] where Culling was shot through the… Read More »February 6, 1899
February 5, 1899
We were called to arms at 4 a.m., had our breakfasts and then left for the 6th Artillery Battery and then on to Paco Cemetery… Read More »February 5, 1899