Hayes, W.H. et al, 1901. Report on a geological reconnaissance [sic] of Cuba. Publ by USGS, 123 pp. + 29 photographic plates, 17 figures including 5 fold outs. Hardback in black cloth-covered embossed boards with gilt lettering on spine. Bumped but only slight shelf-wear. Front endpaper torn at loose front hinge. Geological sections but maps are topographical. Ex-library copy with labels, and stamp and notation to title page. In fair to good condition. The report was made under the direction of General Leonard Wood. The US invaded Cuba in 1901 to expel the Spanish colonial government. The reconnaissance focussed on mines and ore bodies.