Antique Admiral Dewey Commemorative Silk Scarf Battle of Manila Bay May 1st 1898

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Just out of a local smoke free house is this
Admiral Dewey Commemorative Silk Battle of Manila Bay. Scarce and historic silk textile "Battle of Manila, May Morning with Dewey." The silk commemorates the Battle of Manila Bay and Dewey's victory over the Spanish fleet on May 1, 1898. It has a border of red and white stripes and blue corners with white stars. The central portion of the silk is printed in black. It portrays the battle that made Dewey a naval war hero and illustrates the ships under his command, with his flagship the "Olympia" leading the charge. The inscription below the oval cartouche with Dewey's portrait reads, "Rear Admiral George Dewey, U.S.N., Commander of the Asiatic Squadron and hero of the of the glorious victory over the Spanish fleet under Admiral Montijo in Manila Bay, P.I. May 1, 1898" Approximately 20" x 20". It is in good condition with wrinkles ,mostly from folds, some slight fading, and some stains. Will be shipped folded along original fold marks. Spanish American War.
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Would make a nice addition to any collection and is guaranteed as described.
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