Island of Cuba. The Ten Years' War (1868-1878). It was part of Cuba's fight for independence from Spain. On October 10, 1868, Carlos Manuel de Cespedes and his followers proclaimed independence, starting the conflict. A squad of Cuban volunteers cautiously advancing in an exploration service. Engraving by Capuz. La Ilustracion Española y Americana, December 30, 1876.

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