The Campaign of Santiago de Cuba V1 (1907)

The Campaign of Santiago de Cuba V1 is a historical book written by Herbert H. Sargent and first published in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the military campaign that took place during the Spanish-American War in 1898. The author, who served as a captain in the 10th United States Cavalry during the campaign, offers a first-hand perspective on the events that unfolded during the war.The book begins with an overview of the political climate that led to the war and the initial military strategy employed by the United States. Sargent then delves into the specifics of the campaign in Santiago de Cuba, including the battles of El Caney and San Juan Hill. He provides detailed descriptions of the terrain, the movements of troops, and the tactics used by both sides.In addition to the military aspects of the campaign, Sargent also discusses the impact of disease on both the American and Spanish forces. He describes the conditions in the hospitals and the efforts made to provide medical care to the wounded.Overall, The Campaign of Santiago de Cuba V1 offers a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most significant military campaigns in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Spanish-American War or military history in general.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.