Camp at the US Naval Station, Guatanamo, Cuba, c1911

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Camp at the US Naval Station, Guatanamo, Cuba, c1911

Camp at the U.S. Naval Station, Guatanamo, Cuba, c1911. Guantanamo Bay is located at the southeastern end of Cuba and is the largest harbour on the south side of the island. The United States assumed territorial control over the southern portion of Guantanamo Bay under the 1903 Cuban-American Treaty. It is now the home of the Guantanamo Bay detention camp, which is governed by the United States.[H.H. Stratton, Chattanooga, Tennessee]

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Arial View Army Base Camp Cuba Cuban Discipline Elevated View English Text Guantanamo Island Marching Naval Publishers Station Tent Tents Treaty Western Script Guantanamo Bay Naval Warfare Titled

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the Camp at the US Naval Station in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, circa 1911. Situated at the southeastern end of Cuba, this naval station boasts the largest harbor on the island's south side. The United States gained territorial control over this area through the 1903 Cuban-American Treaty. Today, it is famously known as the site of the Guantanamo Bay detention camp under American governance. The image showcases a coastal scene with numerous tents and military personnel engaged in various activities. Men dressed in white uniforms can be seen marching with discipline and precision, highlighting their commitment to duty and service. This snapshot offers a glimpse into early 20th-century naval warfare practices. The photograph is titled "Camp at U. S. Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay" and was captured by H. H. Stratton from Chattanooga, Tennessee. With its vibrant colors and detailed composition, this historical print evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone. Preserved by The Print Collector publishers and made available by Heritage Images, this aerial view provides valuable insight into both Cuban-American relations during that time period and military operations conducted within this strategic location. It serves as a reminder of our shared history while also shedding light on significant events that have shaped our world today.

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