Intramuros in Manila in Metropolitan Manila First District, Metro Manila, Philippines — Southeast Asia

Ruins of The American Barracks

February 15, 2026

1. Ruins of The American Barracks Marker

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Ruins of The American Barracks

Constructed as a component of the seaside defense of Intramuros. Forms part of the fortifications of Intramuros, which were declared as a National Historical Monument, 1951; then as a National Cultural Treasure, 2014.

Erected by Intramuros Administration.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Forts and Castles • War, World II.

Location. 14° 35.592′ N, 120° 58.25′ E. Marker is in Manila, Metro Manila, in Metropolitan Manila First District. It is in Intramuros. It can be reached from Fort Santiago. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Fort Santiago, Manila, Metro Manila 1002, Philippines. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in Asia,

specifically in Southeast Asia,

in the Malay Archipelago,

in the Pacific Ocean,

in North Pacific,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a Spanish colony.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker:

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Fort Santiago Honor Roll (within shouting distance of this marker); Baluartillo de San Francisco (within shouting distance of this marker); Plaza Moriones (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Ruins of The Almacenes Reales (about 90 meters away); The Bamboo Garden (about 90 meters away); Baluarte de San Miguel (about 90 meters away); Fort Santiago (about 90 meters away); a different marker also named Fort Santiago (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manila.

February 15, 2026

2. Ruins of The American Barracks Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 15, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 15, 2026. This page has been viewed 58 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 15, 2026. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.