Uss Monitor Collection

Attack of the Monitor on the Merrimack, (1878). Creator: Albert Bobbett
Attack of the " Monitor" on the " Merrimack", (1878). The Battle of Hampton Roads, Virginia, which was fought on 8-9 March 1862

John Ericsson, Swedish-born American engineer and inventor, (c1880). Artist: Whymper
John Ericsson, Swedish-born American engineer and inventor, (c1880). On moving to the USA in 1839, Ericsson designed many warships including the Monitor (1861)

The Civil War in America - Naval Engagement in Hampton Roads... 1862
The Civil War in America - Naval Engagement in Hampton Roads: the Confederate Iron-Plated Steamer Merrimac (or Virginia) running into the federal sloop Cumberland, 1862. Hand-coloured later

Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862 (1862-1867). Artist: J Davies
Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862 (1862-1867). From left to right: Sewalls Point, rebel tug, Jamestown, Merrimack, Monitor, Yorktown, Cumberland

Battle between the Monitor and the Merrimac, American Civil War, 1862 (1864). The Battle of Hampton Roads, Virginia, which was fought on 8-9 March 1862

John Ericsson, Swedish-US inventor
John Ericsson (1803-1889), Swedish-US inventor and engineer. Ericsson served in the Swedish army as an engineer for six years, then resigned to become an inventor

EVCW2A-00113
Sinking of the ironclad USS Monitor in a gale off North Carolina, 1862, crew making for the USS Rhode Island. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

The Battle of Malvern Hill
Engraving depicts the USS Monitor and its escourts, including the USS Galena, as it provids coverage for General George McClellan (1826 - 1885)

Side elevation and deck plan of John Ericssons ironclad steam batter USS Monitor
CIVIL WAR: MONITOR. Side elevation and deck plan of John Ericssons ironclad steam batter USS Monitor

Contemporary map of the fields of operation of the war in south-eastern Virginia, including Hampton Roads
CIVIL WAR MAP: VIRGINIA. Contemporary map of the fields of operation of the war in south-eastern Virginia, including Hampton Roads

The Monitor and Merrimac, 1862
The Monitor and Merrimac. Artwork of a US Civil War naval battle, the first conflict between ironclads. It shows two ironclad warships, the USS Monitor (left, Union ship) and the CSS Virginia (right)

MONITOR SINKING, 1862. Sailors from the USS Rhode Island rescuing the crew of the Monitor, sinking in a gale off Cape Hatteras on 31 December 1862

MONITOR & MERRIMACK, 1862. The engagement between the Monitor and the Merrimack, 9 March, 1862. American bank-note engraving, c1870

MONITOR VS MERRIMACK, 1862. The Battle between the Monitor and the Merrimack, 9 March 1862: lithograph, 1889, by Kurz & Allison

U. S. S. MONITOR, 1862. Officers of the U. S. S. Monitor grouped at the turret, James River, Virginia
U.S.S. MONITOR, 1862. Officers of the U.S.S. Monitor grouped at the turret, James River, Virginia, Photograph by James F. Gibson, 9 July 1862

U. S. S. MONITOR, 1862. Sailors on deck of the U. S. S. Monitor, James River, Virginia, Photograph by James F
U.S.S. MONITOR, 1862. Sailors on deck of the U.S.S. Monitor, James River, Virginia, Photograph by James F. Gibson, 9 July 1862

U. S. S. MONITOR, 1862. Deck and turret of the U. S. S. Monitor seen from the bow
U.S.S. MONITOR, 1862. Deck and turret of the U.S.S. Monitor seen from the bow. Photographed at James River, Virginia, on 9 July 1862 by James F. Gibson

CIVIL WAR: MONITOR SINKING. Sailors from the USS Rhode Island rescuing the crew from the Monitor, sinking in a gale off Cape Hatteras on 31 December 1862

CIVIL WAR: USS MONITOR. USS Monitor at sea, c1862. Steel engraving, late 19th century

MONITOR AND MERRIMACK. The engagement between the Monitor and the Merrimack, in the Battle of Hampton Roads, during the American Civil War, 9 March 1862. Steel engraving, 19th century

U. S. S. MONITOR, 1862. Soldiers on the deck of the U. S. S. Monitor. Photographed at James River, Virginia
U.S.S. MONITOR, 1862. Soldiers on the deck of the U.S.S. Monitor. Photographed at James River, Virginia, by James F. Gibson, 9 July 1862

JOHN ERICSSON (1803-1889). Swedish (naturalized U. S. ) engineer and inventor
JOHN ERICSSON (1803-1889). Swedish (naturalized U.S.) engineer and inventor. Ericsson with two of his creations, the hot-air pump and the Monitor, the Civil War ironclad

MONITOR AND MERRIMACK. The naval duel between the Union Monitor and the Confederate Merrimack at Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862. Contemporary lithograph by Currier & Ives

EVCW2A-00139
Arrival of the Union ironclad " Monitor" at Hampton Roads, Virginia, before battle with the Confederate " Merrimac, " 1862. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

EVCW2A-00142
Artillery inside the revolving turret of the ironclad US gunboat Monitor during the American Civil War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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The USS Monitor, a revolutionary ironclad steam battery, made history during the Civil War with its iconic battle against the Merrimack. This historic naval engagement took place on March 9, 1862, in Hampton Roads, Virginia. The Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack forever changed naval warfare. Designed by Swedish-born American engineer and inventor John Ericsson, the USS Monitor was a marvel of engineering. Its unique design featured an armored revolving turret that housed two powerful cannons. This innovation allowed for greater maneuverability and firepower compared to traditional warships. In Albert Bobbett's painting "Attack of the Monitor on the Merrimack, " we witness this epic clash between these iron behemoths. The artwork captures the intensity and drama of this pivotal moment in history. Another depiction by artist Whymper showcases John Ericsson himself around 1880. It pays homage to his genius as he stands proudly beside his creation – a testament to his ingenuity and contribution to naval technology. The Battle between the Monitor and Merrimac is immortalized in J Davies' artwork from 1862-1867. It vividly portrays this fierce encounter where both sides fought valiantly for supremacy at sea. This monumental battle also inspired other artists like EVCW2A-00113 who depicted it in their work titled "Battle between the Monitor and Merrimac. " Their art serves as a reminder of how this clash shaped America's future. Beyond artistic representations, contemporary maps show us where all these events unfolded – particularly highlighting southeastern Virginia including Hampton Roads. These maps provide context for understanding why this region played such a crucial role during wartime operations. Side elevation drawings reveal intricate details about John Ericsson's masterpiece - showcasing not only its impressive armor but also its deck plan layout. These illustrations offer insights into how every aspect of design was carefully considered for maximum effectiveness on water. The engagement between these two formidable vessels, the Monitor and the Merrimack, forever changed naval warfare.