Piece Spain Flagstaff Transfer Phillipines to US 1898
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A very rare Spanish American War relic consisting of a wood block with a silver plaque reading " This is a piece of the flagstaff in which the flag of Spain was exchanged for that of the United States at Manila PI. Aug 13 1898". Measures 2 1/3 X 1 3/4 X 1 3/4 in good condition showing age wear. From an old Philadelphia collection acquired by descent. These items were made to be distributed to VIP's and US government officials as a very symbolic memento of Spain's demise as a world power after the Spanish American war. RARE AND CHOICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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