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The Nashville destroying a federal merchantman, American Civil War, 1861-1862 (c1880)
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The Nashville destroying a federal merchantman, American Civil War, 1861-1862 (c1880)
The Nashville destroying a federal merchantman, American Civil War, 1861-1862 (c1880). Built as a passenger steamer, the Nashville was converted into a warship by the Confederates when the Civil War began. Escaping the Union blockade in 1861, she crossed the Atlantic, becoming the first ship to fly the Confederate flag in British waters. She returned to America the following year and was renamed the Thomas L Wragg. She ended as a privateer, named the Rattlesnake, and was destroyed in February 1863 by the Union monitor USS Montauk after running aground in the Ogeechee River in Georgia. A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume III, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880
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This print captures a defining moment in American history - the Nashville, a Confederate warship, destroying a federal merchantman during the American Civil War. Originally built as a passenger steamer, the Nashville underwent a transformation to serve as an instrument of war when hostilities erupted. In 1861, she managed to evade the Union blockade and crossed the Atlantic, proudly hoisting the Confederate flag in British waters - making her mark as the first ship to do so. Returning to America in 1862 under a new name, Thomas L Wragg, she continued her role as a privateer known as Rattlesnake. However, fate had other plans for this vessel. Tragically meeting its end in February 1863 after running aground in Georgia's Ogeechee River while being pursued by the Union monitor USS Montauk. The dramatic scene depicted here showcases smoke billowing from both ships amidst raging flames and destruction on turbulent waters. The intensity of battle is palpable; it evokes feelings of bravery and sacrifice exhibited by those who fought on both sides during this tumultuous period. This historical image serves not only as an artistic representation but also provides valuable insight into naval warfare strategies employed during that era. It reminds us of how conflict can shape nations and alter destinies forever. As we gaze upon this engraving from Cassells History of the United States by Edmund Ollier (c1880), we are transported back to that pivotal time when flags flew high with pride and determination defined our great nation's course through treacherous waters.
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