Original Spanish-American War M1886 56th “Alava” Spanish Regulars Belt Buckle - Served in Cuba in 1898 U.S. Marines USMC though bent

though bent

the high command withdrew the division from the front line and it rested in the rear of the front for the next month

possibly to help remove nicks

Despite the fact that the Spencer company went out of business in 1869

Original Spanish-American War M1886 56th “Alava” Spanish Regulars Belt Buckle - Served in Cuba in 1898 U.S. Marines USMC though bentOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an outstanding piece which may have been brought back by an American soldier serving in Cuba during the Spanish American War. This Spanish belt buckle bears the stylized number 56 denoting the 56th Spanish Infantry Battalion Alava, which was part of the 1st Division Manzanillo within the 4th Corps, led by General Linares. The 56th Battalion fought heavily in Cuba during the Spanish American War. The proper