Chelsea MA Spanish-American War Contributions

CHELSEA’S CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE
SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR

During the Spanish-American War, 300 men from
Chelsea enlisted in the service.

One man from Chelsea was killed in action during the Spanish-American War.

Cpl. Daniel Dempsey

Killed in the charge at
El Taney, Cuba

The square at the conjunction of Park, Cross
and Pearl Streets was named in his honor.

The Hiker Monument, setting on the front
lawn of the City Hall was dedicated to all who served in the
Spanish-American War.

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