Admiral Sampson's Flagship Armored Cruiser New York

The United States Cruiser New York was a warship that was commissioned in 1893 and served in the Spanish-American War in 1898. It was one of the most powerful cruisers of its time, with a top speed of over 21 knots and an armament of eight 8-inch guns and four 5-inch guns.

During the Spanish-American War, the New York was the flagship of Rear Admiral William T. Sampson, who led the U.S. Navy's North Atlantic Squadron. The New York played a key role in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, which took place on July 3, 1898. In that battle, the New York, along with several other U.S. warships, engaged and destroyed the Spanish fleet, effectively ending the war in the Caribbean.

After the war, the New York continued to serve in the U.S. Navy, including taking part in the Great White Fleet's world cruise from 1907 to 1909. During World War I, the New York was used primarily as a troop transport, carrying American soldiers and supplies to Europe.

In the 1920s and 1930s, the New York was modernized and used as a training ship. During World War II, it was used as a convoy escort and as a training ship for midshipmen. It was finally decommissioned in 1946 and sold for scrap in 1948.>
The New York was one of the most celebrated warships in U.S. history, known for its speed, power, and versatility. Its role in the Spanish-American War and the Battle of Santiago de Cuba cemented its place in American naval history, and it remains a popular subject for historians and naval enthusiasts today.

Photographer: Strohmeyer & Wyman
Dated: 1898
Subject: US Battleships Navy Naval
Medium: Stereoview
Dimensions: 7 x 3 1/2"
Provenance: Hill House
Notes & Literature: Strohmeyer & Wyman was a photography studio founded by William Henry "H.W." Strohmeyer and Arthur R. Wyman in the late 19th century.

Strohmeyer & Wyman won numerous awards for their photography, including gold medals at the Paris Exposition of 1900 and the St. Louis World's Fair in 1904. They also published a book in 1900 called "Artistic Lighting Effects in Photography," which provided tips and techniques for achieving their signature style of photography.

The partnership between Strohmeyer & Wyman lasted until 1910, after which Strohmeyer continued to work as a photographer on his own. Wyman passed away in 1915. Today, Strohmeyer & Wyman's photographs are highly collectible and can be found in the collections of many museums and private collectors.

Condition Report Good Plus

Subject References: #168BX Stereocard Card Stereo View Stereoview 19th 20th century Rare Naval Battleships Ships Military Navy