Sixth Prep For Landing In Cuba
Tampa April 28 dispatch describes rising readiness of the Sixth Infantry and other regiments for action in Cuba. Reports say Matanzas capitulated and Marines landed under fleet protection, with 920 troops en route. The brigade prepares to move, with ration orders and camp break up under way as officers warn delays may end soon.
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Asiatic Fleet Must Take a Port for Dewey
Washington dispatch notes that Admiral Dewey may seize a Philippine port for a coal base and base of supplies, or sail toward San Francisco. The piece discusses expected blockades and the need for coaling stations, warning of European pressure shrinking harbor access and complicating the squadron’s longer-term needs.
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China
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Naval Battle Looms at Subig Bay Near Manila
The Spanish fleet under Admiral Montjo has reached Subig Bay awaiting Admiral Dewey. The bay lies north of Manila and offers concealment for the hostile fleet as the American squadron nears. Montjo’s moves suggest a possible surprise attack to hinder Dewey’s passage to Manila.
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British Gunboat to Guard English Interests in Manila
Hong Kong reports possible naval clash as Spanish and American fleets may fight near Manila. Coal, food, and stores prepared to support blockading ships on the high seas. The British gunboat Linnet sails for Manila to protect interests depending on American actions. Insurgents feared to mass violence ahead of U S arrival.
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Linnet
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Matanzas Bay Shelling Signals U S Cuba Landing Plan
Washington reports the Matanzas harbor shelling as the first step toward a U S landing in Cuba. Admiral Sampson, urged by the Strategy Board, aims to open the bay and establish relief bases for reconcentrados while preparing to seize Matanzas and threaten Havana from the west.
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Plan of Campaign Outlined by General Shafter
White House conference confirms landing plans for Cuba. A regular regiment has departed for Tampa and a small force will land to push supplies to starving reconcentrados. The campaign aims to avoid a large land invasion until after a naval engagement amid tensions with Spanish forces.
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Senate approves naval bill increases for monitors and torpedo boats
Conferees from the two houses finalize the naval appropriation bill before adjourning in Washington The package raises four monitors to cost 1 250 000 and expands torpedo boat destroyers from twelve to sixteen while keeping other Senate amendments The action signals continued growth of naval forces amid ongoing defense funding debates
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