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U.S.S. "Iowa"

A panoramic view of this majestic ship in the harbor, showing sailors passing to and fro, and other action which makes a remarkably interesting film.

"Edison-Journal Cuban War Films", New-York Clipper, 30 April 1898, p. 153.

U.S. Battleship "Iowa"

Shows the U.S. Battle Ship "Iowa" at anchor at the rendez-vous near the Dry Tortugas. The camera was placed on a small yacht, which approaches and passes the battle ship, thus giving a complete view of one side of this mammoth war machine. The picture was taken on the sailors' wash day, and on the line stretched along the fore part of the vessel is hung their apparel. The picture is exceedingly sharp and the cannon are plainly shown as they project from the different turrets and port-holes. The American flag is flying from the mast and waves in the breeze. Some distance from the stern of the vessel are two targets, and a number of sailors are seen rowing in small boats. This is a most excellent picture of the vessel and is exceptionally good from a photographic standpoint.

War Extra: Edison Films, 20/05/1898.