Admiral Winfield Scott Schley

Admiral Winfield Scott Schley was a prominent U.S. Navy officer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is best known for his leadership during the Spanish-American War, particularly in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, where he commanded the fleet and helped defeat the Spanish Navy. Schley was recognized for his strategic skills and bravery. Throughout his career, he held various important naval positions and contributed to modernizing the U.S. Navy. His leadership played a key role in establishing the U.S. as a significant naval power at the turn of the 20th century.