Secretary Long & Captain Sigsbee (1898 Original Black & White Film)

Step back in time with this captivating black and white film from 1898, captured in front of the Navy Department in Washington. Watch as Secretary of the Navy Long and Captain Sigsbee of the ill-fated "Maine" descend the steps, immersed in conversation. As they reach the bottom, a waiting attaché delivers a letter to the Secretary, adding a layer of intrigue to the scene. The figures, portrayed in full life size, are excellent portraits of these historical figures. Join us in unraveling the mysteries and moments of this pivotal time in history.

Source :
Paley, W. D., Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1898) Secretary Long and Captain Sigsbee. United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/98500972