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The Sassacus ramming the Albemarle, October 1864 (engraving)
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The Sassacus ramming the Albemarle, October 1864 (engraving)
959518 The Sassacus ramming the Albemarle, October 1864 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sassacus ramming the Albemarle, October 1864. Illustration for Harpers Pictorial History of the Civil War (McDonnell Bros, 1886). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22632492
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Albemarle American Civil War Ramming
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This engraving, titled "The Sassacus ramming the Albemarle, October 1864" takes us back to a pivotal moment in American history during the Civil War. The image depicts a dramatic naval battle between two formidable warships - the Union vessel Sassacus and the Confederate ironclad Albemarle. In this intense scene, we witness the bravery and determination of the Union crew as they execute a daring maneuver. With great force and precision, the Sassacus rams into its adversary, aiming to disable or sink it. The clash of metal against metal reverberates through the print, capturing both the violence and audacity of this encounter. The artist's skillful rendering transports us to that fateful day in October 1864 when these two vessels clashed on North Carolina's Roanoke River. This historic event proved crucial in turning tides for Union forces seeking control over Southern waterways. Originally featured as an illustration in Harper's Pictorial History of the Civil War published by McDonnell Bros in 1886, this digitally cleaned image allows us to appreciate every intricate detail with clarity. As we gaze upon this artwork from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are reminded of not only America's tumultuous past but also its resilience and unwavering spirit during times of conflict. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, acts of courage can shape destinies and alter history forever.
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