Bombardment of San Juan (1898 AD)

Bombardment of San Juan (Spain vs Side B) took place in 1898 AD during Spanish–American War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1898 AD
• Date: 1898-05-12
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Spanish–American War
• Side A: Spain
• Commanders (A): Manuel Macías y Casado
• Commanders (B): William T. Sampson
• Casualties: approx. 2 killed 38 wounded 1 castle damaged 2 forts damaged 1 shore battery damaged2 killed 7 wounded 1 battleship damaged 1 cruiser damaged
• Outcome: Indecisive
• Coordinates: 18.406°, -66.064°

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