The CSS Virginia: Sink Before Surrender

by John V. Quarstein

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When the CSS Virginia (Merrimack) slowly steamed down the Elizabeth River toward Hampton Roads on March 8, 1862, the tide of naval warfare turned from wooden sailing ships to armored, steam-powered vessels.

Little did the ironclad's crew realize that their makeshift warship would achieve the greatest Confederate naval victory. The trip was thought by most of the crew to be a trial cruise. Instead, the Virginia's aggressive commander,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1626192936

ISBN13:9781626192935

Release Date:August 2013

Publisher:History Press

Length:592 Pages

Weight:2.73 lbs.

Dimensions:1.3" x 6.0" x 8.9"

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