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Shafter on Santiago Campaign and its hard climate
General Shafter discusses the Spain US war campaign in Cuba, detailing disease, supply shortages, and the toll of fever. He notes hospital ship limitations, rapid invasion logistics, and the decision to ship men home to save lives. He predicts eventual military governance and the October turnover of Santiago.
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General Shafter
General Shifter
AL Santiago
el Caney
Cuba
Santiago
Tam
San Juan
Lawton
Situtiaigo
Pandy
Toral
Cervera
Bustamante
Shatter
Fifth Corps
9Th Massachusetts
Mexico
Army of Invasion
Fifth Army Corps
Wikoff