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Updated: May 9, 2025
In the meanwhile letters passing between Gen. Toral and myself caused the cessation of hostilities to continue. Each army, however, continued to strengthen its intrenchments. I was still of the opinion the Spaniards would surrender without much more fighting, and on July 6th called Gen. Toral's attention to the changed conditions, and at his request gave him time to consult his home government.
By the terms of this agreement the southeastern end of Cuba an area of about 5,000 square miles the capital of the province, the forts and their heavy guns, and Toral's army, about 25,000 strong, passed into our possession. The ceremony which sealed the capitulation of Santiago was simple and short.
General Toral's voice grew husky as he spoke, giving up the town and the surrounding country to his victorious enemy. As he finished speaking the Spanish officers presented arms. General Shafter, in reply, said: "I receive the city in the name of the government of the United States."
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