Home > Europe > Spain > Posters
The Surrender of Santiago: Spanish buglers playing the retreat -
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
The Surrender of Santiago: Spanish buglers playing the retreat -
The Surrender of Santiago: Spanish buglers playing the retreat - rendered on this occasion especially solemn from its serious significance. Date: 1898
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20952419
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1898 Attention Buglers Cavalry Formal Occasion Rendered Retreat Santiago Significance Solemn Surrender Swords Cornets
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> Spain
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images May
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Surrender of Santiago: Spanish Buglers Playing the Retreat (1898) - A poignant moment in history captured in this evocative image, as Spanish buglers sound the retreat during the surrender of Santiago de Cuba on July 16, 1898. The Spanish-American War had been raging for just over three months, and the surrender of Santiago marked a significant turning point in the conflict. The formal ceremony took place at the Spanish battery El Morro, with the Spanish military commanders, led by General Calixto Garcia, relinquishing their swords to their American counterparts. The buglers, dressed in their finest uniforms, play a solemn rendition of the retreat, signaling the end of hostilities on this front. Their cornets are held at the ready, the serious significance of the moment etched on their faces. The cavalry, lined up in the background, maintain a formal attention, their swords drawn, a testament to the military might that had brought about this moment. This image, rendered especially solemn from its serious significance, provides a powerful visual representation of the end of one chapter in the Spanish-American War and the beginning of another. The surrender of Santiago de Cuba paved the way for the eventual Spanish defeat and the end of their colonial rule in the Americas.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
