Spanish soldiers fire SpanishMausers. model1893 in 7 mm.

Winchester model 1895 carbine carried by some officers of the Rough Riders.

Krag rifle, model 1898 standard weapon for the U.S. infantry.

This was a time in history when the technology of firearms was moving rapidly. There were factors that were so important that they influenced the outcome of the battle. Some weapons, when fired, gave off a huge puff of smoke, thereby giving away the position of a previously hidden sniper. Some weapons excelled at repeating action, and other weapons jammed. And of course, the accuracy of the rifle was paramount.

1888 Springfield trapdoor with ramrod bayonet.

1873 trapdoor Springfield caliber 45-70 used mostly by volunteers during the Spanish American war.