Sinking of the USS Maine
February 15, 1898 · Havana Harbor
The American battleship Maine exploded and sank in Havana harbour, killing 261 sailors. US newspapers blamed Spain, and war followed two months later.
Sinking of the USS MaineFebruary 15, 1898 · Havana Harbor
The American battleship Maine exploded and sank in Havana harbour, killing 261 sailors. US newspapers blamed Spain, and war followed two months later.
