Walled City
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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.
Etymology
Before the Fair
Description
Within the building was presented many artifacts of the war in Manilla. 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."