Antique 1898 USS MAINE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR Feb 16 & 17 Newspapers BATTLE SHIP

Antique, Original, Spanish - American War…

February 16 & 17, 1898

THE EVENING BULLETIN Newspaper

USS MAINE SINKING

These two complete, original newspapers are of The Evening Bulletin issued February 16 & 17, 1898, in Providence, Rhode Island. Both newspapers highlight the destruction of the USS Maine Battleship that sparked the Spanish-American War with commentary and questions of the event along with graphics and images.

The USS Maine was a United States Navy ship that sank in Havana Harbor on February 15, 1898, contributing to the outbreak of the Spanish–American War in April. Maine was sent to Havana Harbor to protect U.S. interests during the Cuban War of Independence. She exploded and sank on the evening of 15 February 1898, killing 268 sailors, or three-quarters of her crew.

February 16th edition has 12 pages.

February 17th edition has 10 pages.

Both newspapers measure 19” x 25”.

CONDITION:

Excellent antique, preowned condition. Wear to edges throughout. Somewhat brittle with tears at fold creases. Discoloration from age. Complete newspapers. See photos for details.

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