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The naval combat in Mobile Harbour, Alabama, American Civil War, 5 August 1864
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The naval combat in Mobile Harbour, Alabama, American Civil War, 5 August 1864
The naval combat in Mobile Harbour, Alabama, American Civil War, 5 August 1864. The Union flagship Hartford engaging the Confederate ironclad ram Tennessee during the Battle of Mobile Bay. The Tennessee surrendered to the Union fleet after sustaining severe damage in three hours of fghting. The Battle of Mobile Bay saw a Union fleet commanded by Admiral David Farragut defeat a much smaller Confederate fleet off the coast of Alabama. The Union vessels had to pass through a minefield and the guns of two Confederate forts to get into Mobile Bay. The Union victory had the effect of shutting down the last blockade-running port east of the Mississippi on the Gulf coast
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The Naval Combat in Mobile Harbour, Alabama - A Historic Clash of Iron and Fire
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. This print captures a pivotal moment during the American Civil War on 5 August 1864. The image showcases the intense naval battle that unfolded in Mobile Bay, Alabama, as Union forces clashed with Confederate ironclad ram Tennessee. At the forefront stands the mighty Union flagship Hartford, fearlessly engaging its formidable opponent. The Battle of Mobile Bay was a decisive victory for Admiral David Farragut's Union fleet against a smaller Confederate force. In their quest to gain control over this strategic location, Union vessels had to navigate treacherous waters filled with mines while facing relentless fire from two Confederate forts guarding the bay. After three hours of fierce fighting, the Tennessee succumbed to severe damage and surrendered to the victorious Union fleet. This triumph effectively closed down one of the last blockade-running ports east of Mississippi on the Gulf coast. The image beautifully depicts billowing smoke and raging gunfire amidst turbulent waves—a testament to both courage and devastation experienced by those involved. It serves as a reminder of America's tumultuous past and honors those who fought valiantly during this historic conflict. Preserved through time in vivid color by Unknown creator EB Hough, this remarkable engraving transports us back to an era defined by warfare at sea—a testament to human resilience and sacrifice in pursuit of freedom.
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