Friday, May 6, 1898
The Germans Their arrival is imminent. The American fleet is anchored between Cavite and Manila Bay. In the bay, an English warship, the Linnet, a small… Read More »Friday, May 6, 1898
The Germans Their arrival is imminent. The American fleet is anchored between Cavite and Manila Bay. In the bay, an English warship, the Linnet, a small… Read More »Friday, May 6, 1898
Defeat Seen from the Eyes of a Spaniard I did not dare interrupt or contradict the pilot as he recounted the past events. His gestures… Read More »Friday, May 6, 1898
At Sea. Arrival in Manila This morning,I I was on duty from 4 to 8 o’clock. When I reached the bridge, I saw high mountains… Read More »Thursday, 5 May, 1898
Quarter of the Nightwatch Tonight, in the mess hall, they are honoring the Spanish pilot. We drink a toast to honor Spain and encourage him… Read More »Thursday, May 5, 1898
At Sea We all believe that Europe’s task is to intervene, but almost all of us are convinced that Europe will not do so. What… Read More »Wednesday, 4 May, 1898
At Sea. Peace I was almost sure that by leaving France I would witness some battles around China, better still, be involved in one. This… Read More »Tuesday, 2 May, 1898
Departure This morning, we bade our final farewells to dry land. “Good luck. . . Think of us . . Do not get hit by… Read More »Sunday, 1 May, 1898
The departure is set for Sunday morning instead of Monday. Orders have come from Paris and the Bruix will be leaving for Manila. We should… Read More »Friday, 29 April, 1898
Saigon. On board the Bruix. In Washington, war has been declared by Congress. France and England have expressed their neutrality. The commandant’s final orders state… Read More »Thursday, 28 April, 1898