Spanish American War

Resources are listed in alphabetical order. More information can always be found by using our website search bar, or contacting a member of our staff.

A Community in Conflict

Digital Exhibit

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1898

Bloomington’s African American citizens did not always agree when it came to politics. But they did agree that they deserved more respect from white people.

Digital Exhibit

Biographies

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Stearles, Willis

Much of what we know today about Willis Stearles comes from oral history, members of the commun...

Biography

Witherspoon, Julius

Julius Witherspoon (1859-1906) relocated to Bloomington from Arkansas when he was 24. He worked...

Biography

Blog

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McHistory: Experiences in the Spanish American War

Listen to the audio on WGLT's website hereMcHistory goes back in time to explore big momen...

Blog Post

Finding Aids

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McLean County Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument

The McLean County Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument, dedicated in 1913, is located at Miller Park...

Finding Aid

Spanish-American War Veterans

Includes rosters, newspaper articles, burial records, programs and proceedings from annual vete...

Finding Aid