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The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit, with the wreck of the City of New York on the... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit, with the wreck of the City of New York on the... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit, with the wreck of the City of New York on the bar in the distance - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862. My vessel was the Picket, a screw, the smallest in the fleet, on which General Burnside had established his head-quarters...when we had got six miles down the roads towards Cape Henry, the General gave instructions to our Captain to shape his course for Hatteras, and then, for the first time, I became aware of our destination. We were to pass over the bulkhead of Pamlico Sound and attack the Confederate position at Roanoke Island...Day broke with a leaden sky, against which the angry, white-crested waves raced their mad career over the reefs of Cape Hatteras, that threw its headland oceanwards but eight miles distant...On the 14th, the day after our arrival, the City of New York struck on the bar, and in a short time became a total wreck...Fortunately, the crew and those on board were saved in surf-boats, but three other poor fellows attempting to reach the harbour in a launch from a weather-bound vessel outside got capsized in the breakers, and sank before our eyes...The three lost were the mate of the ship and the Colonel and doctor of the New Jersey regiment'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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This evocative image captures the treacherous waters of Hatteras Spit during the American Civil War, with the wreck of the City of New York visible in the distance. The City of New York, a merchant ship, ran agground on the bar in 1862 while attempting to navigate the treacherous waters off the coast of North Carolina. The photograph, created from a sketch by an unknown artist for the Illustrated London News, depicts the ominous and stormy conditions that led to the ship's demise. The scene takes place during the Union's assault on Roanoke Island, with General Ambrose Burnside's headquarters aboard the Picket, a small screw steamship. The Union fleet had set sail from Hampton Roads, Virginia, with the destination hidden from the crew until they were six miles down the roads towards Cape Henry. As they approached Hatteras Spit, the leaden sky and angry, white-crested waves raced over the reefs, throwing Hatteras Headland only eight miles distant. Tragically, on the 14th of the same year, the City of New York struck the bar and became a total wreck. The crew and passengers were fortunate to be saved in surf-boats, but three unfortunate souls attempting to reach the harbor in a launch from a weather-bound vessel outside were capsized and drowned in the breakers. Among the lost were the mate of the ship and the Colonel and doctor of the New Jersey regiment. This haunting image serves as a poignant reminder of the perils of the sea and the risks faced by those who served during the American Civil War.
Framed Prints of The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This rare and historic image, captured in 1862, depicts the aftermath of the wreck of the City of New York on Hatteras Spit during the American Civil War. The haunting scene of the shipwreck in the distance against the backdrop of the battle-scarred coastline is a poignant reminder of this pivotal moment in American history. Sourced from Heritage Images, this print comes to you as an unsigned and undated work by an unknown artist, adding to its allure and mystery. Bring this piece of history into your home and let the story of the Civil War unfold before your eyes.
Photo Prints of The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse photographic print, featuring an uncanny depiction of The Civil War in America. Witness the haunting image of Hatteras Spit, where the wreck of the City of New York lies stranded on the bar in the distance. This rare, 1862 sketch by an unknown artist from Heritage Images, offers a glimpse into history, transporting you to the heart of the conflict. Add this evocative print to your collection and bring the stories of the past to life in your home or office.
Poster Prints of The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit
Step back in time with our captivating Hatteras Spit: The City of New York Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This vintage image, hailing from the Heritage Images archive, transports you to the heart of the American Civil War in 1862. Witness the haunting sight of the wrecked City of New York on the Hatteras Spit bar in the distance. The creator of this evocative sketch remains unknown, adding to its allure. Bring history to life in your home or office with this intriguing and mysterious piece of American history.
Jigsaw Puzzles of The Civil War in America: Hatteras Spit
Step back in time with our captivating Hatteras Spit jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an uncredited yet evocative sketch of the American Civil War era, showcasing the wreck of the City of New York on Hatteras Spit in 1862. Witness history unfold as you piece together this enchanting image, captured by an unknown artist from Heritage Images. Immerse yourself in the past and enjoy the therapeutic process of solving this captivating puzzle.
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