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Wreck of the Battleship “Maine”
Also known as [Wreck of the “Maine” in Havana Harbor]
(1898) United States of America
B&W : 50 feet
Directed by [?] William Paley?
Cast: (unknown)
Edison Manufacturing Company production; distributed by Edison Manufacturing Company. / Cinematography by William Paley. / © 21 April 1898 by Thomas A. Edison [25323]. Released 20 May 1898. / Standard 35mm spherical 1.33:1 format.
Documentary.
Synopsis: [From Edison promotional materials] Taken in Havana Harbor from a moving launch, and shows the wreck of the “Maine” surrounded by wrecking boats and other vessels. The warped and twisted remains show how thoroughly this immense mass of iron and steel was blown out of all semblance of a vessel. The background of this picture is formed by the shores of Havana Harbor, and as the yacht moves around, a panoramic view of the shores adds an interesting feature.
Survival status: Print exists in the Library of Congress film archive (paper print collection) [35mm paper positive)].
Current rights holder: Public domain [USA].
Listing updated: 14 May 2025.
References: Website-AFI.
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