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USS Charleston Arrival
- When
- June 20, 1898
- Where
- Apra Harbor
- Part of
- United States captures Guam
The USS Charleston entered Apra Harbor on June 20, 1898, commanded by Captain Henry Glass, accompanied by three transports.
On June 20, 1898, the protected cruiser USS Charleston, commanded by Captain Henry Glass, entered Guam's Apra Harbor. The ship was accompanied by three transports carrying troops to the Philippines. This arrival preceded the capture of the island.
Sources
- Spanish–American War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-10
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