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Monitor / Merrimac / Card
The Battle of Hampton Roads. The Confederates armoured frigate Merrimac destroyed many Federal vessels, but retreated following action with Monitor, a turret ship
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1862 Action Armoured Confederates Destroyed Federal Frigate Hampton Merrimac Monitor Retreated Roads Turret Vessels
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Monitor / Merrimac / Card" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic image captures the iconic Battle of Hampton Roads, where the Confederate armored frigate Merrimac wreaked havoc on Federal vessels. The moment of confrontation between the Merrimac and the Monitor, the first turret ship, is brilliantly depicted in this captivating print. Revive the history of the American Civil War with this intriguing and visually captivating piece, perfect for adding depth and character to any space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Battle of Hampton Roads, Virginia, 1862: A Historic Clash between the Monitor and Merrimac This evocative image captures the pivotal moment in the American Civil War when the Confederate armored frigate Merrimac, a formidable naval weapon, engaged in battle with the Union's innovative turret ship, the Monitor. The Battle of Hampton Roads, fought on March 8-9, 1862, was a turning point in the naval warfare of the Civil War. The Merrimac, previously known as the Virginia, had gained notoriety when it emerged from its dry dock in Hampton Roads harbor in February 1862, seemingly invincible with its iron armor plating. The Confederate forces, under the command of Flag Officer Franklin Buchanan, hoped to use the Merrimac to destroy the Federal blockade and open up the Chesapeake Bay to Confederate supply ships. However, the Union forces, led by Acting Rear Admiral Louis M. Goldsborough, were not idle. They had been preparing for the Merrimac's arrival and had dispatched the Monitor, a revolutionary new design of ironclad warship, to Hampton Roads. The Monitor, with its rotating turret mounting a 11-inch Dahlgren gun, was specifically designed to counter the threat posed by the Merrimac. The two ships clashed on March 8, 1862, in a battle that lasted for hours. The Merrimac, though initially successful in damaging several Union vessels, ultimately retreated following the intense action with the Monitor. The battle marked the end of traditional wooden warships and ushered in a new era of naval warfare. This photo print, from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the history of this pivotal moment in the American Civil War. The image, with its dramatic composition and intricate detail, transports us back to the waters of Hampton Roads in 1862, where the Monitor and Merrimac fought for supremacy.
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