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Action of the Gunboats at Memphis, c. 1865 (engraving)
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Action of the Gunboats at Memphis, c. 1865 (engraving)
878337 Action of the Gunboats at Memphis, c.1865 (engraving) by Chappel, Alonzo (1828-87) (after); 25.3 x20.3 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: On June 6, 1862, a Union squadron of ironclad gunboats under the command of Flag Officer Charles H. Ellet destroyed theAConfederate river defense fleet commanded by James E. Montgomery, on the Mississippi River near Memphis, TN.
Engraving from original painting by Chappel in possession of publishers Johnson, Fry & Co. New York.); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23501494
© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
American Civil War Battleship Battleships Confederate Gunboat Gunboats James Montgomery Memphis Mississippi River Naval Warfare Tennessee Warships Bombards
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Action of the Gunboats at Memphis, c. 1865 - A Glimpse into the Fierce Naval Battle of the American Civil War
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the intense action that unfolded during the "Action of the Gunboats at Memphis" in 1862. The engraving, created by Alonzo Chappel and now housed in the Free Library of Philadelphia, transports us back to a time when Union forces clashed with Confederate defenders on the mighty Mississippi River. In this scene, we witness Flag Officer Charles H. Ellet leading his squadron of ironclad gunboats against James E. Montgomery's Confederate river defense fleet near Memphis, Tennessee. The air is thick with smoke as cannons bombard each other from both sides, creating a chaotic battlefield. The image showcases not only the sheer power and might of these warships but also highlights their strategic importance during this critical campaign. As soldiers fight valiantly on deck and key decisions are made behind closed doors, every detail within this engraving tells a story. Through this artwork, we gain insight into an important chapter in American history - one that shaped our nation's destiny and marked a turning point in naval warfare tactics. It serves as a reminder of those who fought bravely for their beliefs and sheds light on how far our country has come since those tumultuous times. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let us remember and honor all those
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