Dewey's Manila Bay Victory hailed as greatest US triumph
The article recounts Admiral Dewey's Manila Bay victory over the Spanish squadron on April 30 1898. It notes the minimal American casualties none and the decisive destruction of Spanish ships Reina Cristina Castilla Don Antonio de Viloa Don Juan de Austria Isla del Mindanao Isla de Cuba and others. The piece highlights Dewey's rapid decisive action the fleet composition and the promotion of Dewey to rear admiral and subsequent honors.
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Republic
Dewex
Aimerion
Hepatine
Drewes
Lycinia
Dewey
Gridley
Almiost
Spapia O
Montejo
Isla de Ariba
Baltimore
Reina Cristina
Fred
Empire
Raléigh
Petre
el Correo
Concord
Boston
Don Antonio del Villa
Rabion
Adiral Mentojo
Cavite
Castilla
Don
Commodore Phytion III Sails Through Naval Career
Commodore Robert K. Phytion U.S. Navy served from 1896 to retirement year. The Wellington Post notes his late career highlights and family connections with Buckwalter of Paducah Kentucky.
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Wellington Post
Linnolis
Meloine
Robert K. Prythian
U.S
Allen
Wits
Tos
Buckwalter
Paducal
Decline in Rice Yield Triggers Crop Revision
The Department of Agriculture revises December rice yield estimates after injuries in California. The forecast increases to 59 bushels per acre, signaling a potential total harvest near 4,000 bushels, up from earlier projections.
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Colt Werther
Deesher
Admiral Dewey Dies After Brief Illness at 79
The article chronicles Admiral George Dewey's death at age 79 after a short illness. It reflects on his career, noting his rise from Verices Stite to command, his pivotal naval achievements, and his lasting legacy in American military history. It recalls his training at West Point and Annapolis, and mentions his celebrated status as a naval hero and the public ceremonies surrounding his life.
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Naval Torpedo Station
Newport
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Navals
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Career of Dewey from Navy Records 1854 1917
Navy records trace George Dewey from early sea service in 1854 through rapid promotions and key commands. Highlights include engagements in 1898 Manila Bay victory, rising to admiral by 1899, and later leadership roles on the navy’s general board and at naval stations.
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Mass
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Newport
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United States Navy
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Tasker TI. Bliss
United States Army
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Army
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George Dewey
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Corregidor Island
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Rome
Admiral Dewey
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New Orleans
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Vogue
Admiral Dewey Mourned as Nation Hails Heroism
Washington honors Admiral George Dewey with tributes from the White House and Navy officials. Presidents and generals praise his sea service from Manila Bay to Civil War battles, noting his leadership, counsel, and lasting impact on the U S Navy and national pride.
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President Wilson
Washington
George Dewey
Manila Bay
White House
Admiral Dewey
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