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Collier's New Encyclopedia (1921)/Manila Bay

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Edition of 1921; disclaimer.

1711976Collier's New Encyclopedia — Manila Bay

MANILA BAY, a large inlet in the island of Luzon, Philippine Islands. The length of the bay is 25 miles and its width approximately 37 miles, tapering to about 11 at the entrance. It was the spot where Admiral Dewey defeated the Spanish fleet on May 1, 1898.