United States - Naval History, United States - 19th Century - Civil War - History, United States Navy, United States Civil War - Naval Operations, Union - Armed Forces - Civil War History
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Overview
Much of the Civil War took place on the water, as the Union attempted to block Confederate traffic at sea, and the South responded by developing blockade runners to sneak past Union patrols. Also, the famed ironclads were built by both sides during the crucial struggle for control of coastal forts and inland waterways.Discusses Civil War naval battles, ships, and the struggle for control of crucial waterways, demonstrating how the Northern side was able to build up its navy and eventually blockade the Southern ports.
Book Details
Published
September 1, 1997
Publisher
New York : F. Watts, c1997.
Pages
64
Format
Binding
ISBN
9780531202722