Wednesday, August 17, 1898
The Americans reveal their intentions Last night, the American military officers and the politicians planned their strategy for eventual takeover. A new monitor of 4,000… Read More »Wednesday, August 17, 1898
Wesley Merritt
Monday, August 15, 1898
The Germans The escape of the former Governor, Agustin, on board the Kaiserin-Augusta, the fastest German flagship, was the news of the day. It was a… Read More »Monday, August 15, 1898
Sunday, August 14, 1898
Admiral Dewey informs the foreign battleships that they can anchor in their original positions in Manila Bay. The naval officers hastily go on land but… Read More »Sunday, August 14, 1898
Sunday, August 14, 1898
Surrender The American and Spanish officers have signed the treaty of surrender. When the Americans took over the government of Manila, they accorded the Spanish… Read More »Sunday, August 14, 1898
Thursday, August 11, 1898
Still nothing. Admiral Dewey is essentially seeking an opportunity to bombard. But then again, the Americans are not so sure of themselves and fear being… Read More »Thursday, August 11, 1898
Domingo 7 de Agosto 1898
Esta mañana les ha llegado a los yanquis un barco mercante con bandera inglesa que parece traía pliegos oficiales del Gobierno de Wasington (sic). A… Read More »Domingo 7 de Agosto 1898
Sunday, August 7, 1898
Finally, this farce is reaching its conclusion. I am convinced that up to the last minute, each one will do his utmost to mislead the… Read More »Sunday, August 7, 1898
Monday, August 1, 1898
This is the situation on the 1st of August. Admiral Dewey can no longer delay taking action against Manila. Yesterday, the third expedition of American… Read More »Monday, August 1, 1898
July 26, 1898
General Merritt visited our camp. Dan Nichols died in the camp hospital. I received letters from home.
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