The collection contains correspondence, documents, reports, and clippings of Charles F. Manahan, an American soldier in the 34th U.S. Infantry, relating to military operations in the Philippines ca. 1899-1901. Many of the items date from a later period and refer back to specific incidents in the Philippines during the Philippine Insurrection, as well as to surviving veterans.

Charles F. Manahan joined the 34th Infantry United States Volunteers Company B as a young man in 1899 and served in the Philippines during the conflict known as the Philippine Insurrection. He attained the rank of captain, and after being mustered out of service with the company on April 17, 1901, he moved to Pasadena, California, where he became a successful jeweler. In 1928, he helped found the 34th U.S.V. Infantry Veterans' Association, and began the long task of tracking down his former comrades-in-arms. The following year, he began publishing a monthly Bulletin, featuring reminiscences and updates relating to the regiment's members. He continued to publish the Bulletin for the next 26 years, as well as organizing the group's periodic reunion weekends. Then, in 1961, he donated his collection to the UCSB Libraries' Wyles Collection.

.2 linear feet (1 half-size document box)

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