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On Cuban seas Monday A.M. 9.15 July 25, 1898 On Board USS Resolute at 7.30 we steamed out of Guantanamo Bay bade adieu to Admiral Sampsons Schleys and Watson's fleets. Sunday night - last night was a might lovely was a time in the life of each who so happily enjoyed the privilege of seeing and hearing that to which the eyes of a world are turned. i.e. the United States Fleet. Admiral Sampson's fleet is in one Squadron, Admiral Schley's in our squadron, and Watson's in another. From the New York, Admiral Sampsons ship, the flagship came sounds of music over the water, the night made sacred for the Sabbath day is holy. The lights from all the different ships