Spanish Battleship "Viscaya" (1898 Original Black & White Film)

Journey back to 1898 with this striking black and white film capturing the pride of the Spanish navy during her visit to New York Harbor. 🚢 Witness the majestic vessel as she steams out to sea under full headway, showcasing her beauty and power. Yet, this poignant footage offers a stark contrast to later events, reminding us of the vessel's fate as a smoking hulk wrecked on the shores of Cuba. Experience the historical significance of this moment in naval history.

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American Mutoscope Company, American Mutoscope And Biograph Company, Paper Print Collection & Niver. (1898) Vizcaya" Under Full Headway. [United States: American Mutoscope Company] [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694002