Admiral Sampson Collection

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and "Pitch" the mascot, (1899?). Creator: Unknown. U.S.S
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and "Pitch" the mascot, (1899?)

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and Pitch the mascot, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and Pitch the mascot, between 1893 and 1901

The Spanish-American War (litho)
1063468 The Spanish-American War (litho) by Gonzalez Velazquez, Antonio the Elder (1723-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War)

The Spanish-American War, Operations in Cuban Waters (litho)
1039616 The Spanish-American War, Operations in Cuban Waters (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War, Operations in Cuban Waters)

The Spanish-American War (litho)
1615646 The Spanish-American War (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 June 1898)

The Spanish-American War (engraving)
1606249 The Spanish-American War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 July 1898)

Spanish-American War (engraving)
1063481 Spanish-American War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spanish-American War)

General Shafter and Admiral Sampson Landing on the Beach at Aserradero, June 20, to Confer with General Garcia
LLM459895 General Shafter and Admiral Sampson Landing on the Beach at Aserradero, June 20, to Confer with General Garcia by Thulstrup

Daiquiri, Wednesday June 22nd, 4. 30 P. M. Spanish-American War, June 1898, (1899)
Daiquiri, Wednesday June 22nd, 4.30 P.M. Spanish-American War, June 1898, (1899). On 22 June 1898, some 16, 000 American troops under US Navy Admiral William T

The bombs of Sampson Squadron, (1898), 1920s
The bombs of Sampson Squadron. On July 6th, 1898 the American Squadron bombarded the Morro and then Santiago, causing terrible effects

The New York battleship, (1898), 1920s
The New York. Cruise battleship of 8.200 tons commanded by William Thomas Sampson. Had 10 cannons.Cigar card from the History of Cuba, Geografico Universal

Warships blocking the coast of Cuba, (1898), 1920s
Warships blocking the coast of Cuba. William Thomas Sampson at the front of squadron came out on April 23rd, 1898 and headed to the shores of Cuba

Bombardment of Matanzas, (1898), 1920s
Bombardment of Matanzas. The first action of the Spanish-American war was the bombardment of Matanzas, which was carried out by the New York cruiser on 27 April 1898 commanded by William Thomas

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Admiral Sampson: Leading the Charge in the Spanish-American War" In the midst of the intense Spanish-American War, Admiral Sampson emerged as a prominent figure, commanding operations in Cuban waters. His strategic brilliance and unwavering determination played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of this historic conflict. With lithographs capturing key moments from this era, we catch glimpses of Admiral Sampson's leadership. From "The Spanish-American War (litho)" to "Operations in Cuban Waters (litho), " these artworks depict his resolute presence on the battlefield. As an engraving titled "Spanish-American War (engraving)" further illustrates, Admiral Sampson's influence extended beyond mere imagery. He was at the forefront of General Shafter and his own landing on Aserradero Beach to confer with General Garcia – a pivotal meeting that would shape future strategies. "Daiquiri, Wednesday June 22nd, 4. 30 P. M. " provides us with a specific moment during which Admiral Sampson orchestrated critical maneuvers. This lithograph transports us back to June 1898 when he masterfully directed actions amidst challenging circumstances. The bombs dropped by Sampson Squadron were instrumental in turning tides against Spain's forces. A powerful image from 1920s showcases their devastating impact and highlights how Admiral Sampson utilized every available resource for victory. Amongst these resources was The New York battleship – an imposing vessel that symbolized America's naval might during this war. Its presence served as a testament to Admiral Sampson's ability to command such formidable assets effectively. Warships blocking Cuba's coast became synonymous with Admiral Sampson’s strategy – ensuring no enemy reinforcements could reach their intended destinations easily. These vessels formed an impenetrable barrier that showcased both his tactical acumen and commitment to securing American interests. One particularly striking engraving captures the bombardment of Matanzas - showcasing yet another instance where Admiral Sampson's forces unleashed their might.