Kearsarge Sinks Alabama
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Kearsarge Sinks Alabama
Scene showing the sailors on deck of the Confederate war- steamer Alabama when she is hit by an 11 inch shell from the Federal war-steamer Kearsarge
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1864 Alabama Confederate Deck Federal Inch Sailors Shell Sinks Steamer Kearsarge
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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the American Civil War, as the Confederate war-steamer Alabama reels from the impact of an 11-inch shell fired from the Federal war-steamer Kearsarge. The scene on the deck of the Alabama is one of chaos and urgency, as sailors scramble to respond to the attack. The historical significance of this event unfolded on the afternoon of June 19, 1864, in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Alabama, under the command of Captain Raphael Semmes, had gained notoriety for its successful raids on Union merchant ships, causing significant damage to the Northern economy. The Kearsarge, under the command of Captain John Winslow, was dispatched to hunt down the elusive Confederate vessel. In a dramatic turn of events, the two war-steamers engaged in a fierce battle, with the Kearsarge ultimately emerging victorious. This photograph offers a glimpse into the raw emotion and intensity of the battle, with sailors rushing to tend to the wounded and assess the damage to their vessel. The 11-inch shell, a formidable weapon of the time, had struck the Alabama's boiler, causing a massive explosion and ultimately leading to the sinking of the Confederate steamer. The sinking of the Alabama marked a significant turning point in the war, as it effectively ended the Confederate Navy's ability to raid Union merchant ships. The event remains an important chapter in American maritime and military history, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination displayed by the sailors on both sides during this pivotal moment in history.
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