Manila battle aid and surrender details from Aug 18 dispatches
Reports from Manila note the California Red Cross aided the sick and wounded after the battle. U S forces maintained order during the surrender with guards around foreign homes and insurgents kept at the rear. Major Moses raised the flag over Malate fort as Nebraska troops covered the advance. The Spanish terms of surrender are described as converting the islands into United States territory by conquest, with Admiral Dewey and General Merritt overseeing protocol. The cruiser New York will be the first American warship to enter Havana harbor since the war.
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Manila Surrender Prompts Requests for Clear Instructions
American commanders Dewey and Merritt sent a joint dispatch from Washington seeking guidance on handling insurgents after occupying Manila. Officials indicate orders stress enforcing law and equal treatment of law abiding citizens, with no direct reference to Aguinaldo.
Manila Surrenders After Fierce Trenches Fight
American squadron led by Olympia bombarded Malate and Spanish trenches as Manila fell after a fierce battle. Spaniards retreated to the city, hoisting a white flag. General Merritt assumes martial law with the Spanish officers allowed swords. California Red Cross aided the wounded. American losses cited as six to eight killed and about 40 wounded.
Escape of Governor General Auguati During City Surrender
Guards ringed foreigners to prevent looting as insurgents stayed back. The Americans halted the attack while Dewey perhaps unaware of Governor General Auguati's departure. The Zafiro officers learned of his flight on arriving, with Auguati bringing family and entourage.
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Mangrove Bombards Cuban Port Then Fires Peace Cries
USS Mangrove engages the Cuban port of Caibarien amid Spanish gunboats Hernan Cortes and a small defender. After an hour and ten minutes of heavy exchange, a white flag signals peace as a Spanish officer arrives with instructions. No Mangrove casualties. Spanish reports claim none on their side.
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