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Directly across the [[Bridge of Spain]] to the [[Philippine Exhibit]] was the Walled City, a reproduction of the fort at Manilla. | Directly across the [[Bridge of Spain]] to the [[Philippine Exhibit]] was the Walled City, a reproduction of the fort at Manilla. | ||
Revision as of 18:17, 4 March 2024
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| Location | Philippine Exhibit |
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| No. of Buildings | 1 |
Directly across the Bridge of Spain to the Philippine Exhibit was the Walled City, a reproduction of the fort at Manilla.
Etymology
Before the Fair
Description
Within the building was are exhibited relics of the various Philippine wars. An immense number of historic relics made this building an interesting museum. Both Constabulary and Scouts lived inside the Walled City, which showcased a large collection of weapons. The Constabulary Guard, the native police-military organization of the Philippines, were commanded by American and native and had an eighty piece band. John Philip Sousa said, after hearing a concert by this native band, "I marvel at their skill."
