Battle Of Hampton Roads Collection

Map of the Battle of Hampton Roads
Vintage engraving of a Map of the Battle of Hampton Roads, often referred to as either the Battle of the Monitor and Merrimack (or Virginia) or the Battle of Ironclads

Worden, Adml. John, U. S. N. between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Worden, Adml. John, U.S.N. between 1870 and 1880

Worden, Adm. John, USN, between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Worden, Adm. John, USN, between 1870 and 1880

Battle Between the Monitor and Merrimac, March 9th 1862 at Hampton Roads, near Norfolk
1123843 Battle Between the Monitor and Merrimac, March 9th 1862 at Hampton Roads, near Norfolk, Virginia, pub. Kurz & Allison, c.1889 (colour litho) by American School

Attack of the Monitor on the Merrimack, (1878). Creator: Albert Bobbett
Attack of the " Monitor" on the " Merrimack", (1878). The Battle of Hampton Roads, Virginia, which was fought on 8-9 March 1862

The Confederate ironclad Merrimac sinking the USS Cumberland, 1862 (c1880). The Merrimac sank two Union ships in an attempt to break through their blockade, in Hampton Roads, Virginia

The Civil War in America - Naval Engagement in Hampton Roads... 1862
The Civil War in America - Naval Engagement in Hampton Roads: the Confederate Iron-Plated Steamer Merrimac (or Virginia) running into the federal sloop Cumberland, 1862. Hand-coloured later

Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862 (1862-1867). Artist: J Davies
Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862 (1862-1867). From left to right: Sewalls Point, rebel tug, Jamestown, Merrimack, Monitor, Yorktown, Cumberland

Battle between the Monitor and the Merrimac, American Civil War, 1862 (1864). The Battle of Hampton Roads, Virginia, which was fought on 8-9 March 1862

Civil War print showing the Naval Battle of the Monitor and The Merrimack, also known as the Battle of Hampton Roads

The Monitor and Merrimac, 1862
The Monitor and Merrimac. Artwork of a US Civil War naval battle, the first conflict between ironclads. It shows two ironclad warships, the USS Monitor (left, Union ship) and the CSS Virginia (right)

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"The Battle of Hampton Roads: A Historic Clash of Ironclads" In the midst of the American Civil War, a monumental naval battle took place at Hampton Roads, near Norfolk. This clash would forever change the course of maritime warfare. The combatants were none other than two formidable ironclad warships - the USS Monitor and the CSS Virginia (formerly known as Merrimack). The battle unfolded on March 9th, 1862, with both sides eager to prove their dominance on this new battlefield. As cannons roared and smoke filled the air, these behemoths clashed in a fierce struggle for supremacy. The scene was captured by talented artists like Albert Bobbett and J Davies, who depicted this historic encounter in vivid detail. Their artworks immortalize moments such as when the Confederate ironclad Merrimack sank the USS Cumberland or when Admiral John Worden fearlessly led his men into battle aboard the Monitor. This engagement showcased not only technological advancements but also strategic brilliance from both sides. The Union's innovative design with its revolving turret proved effective against traditional wooden warships while challenging Confederate superiority. As spectators watched from afar, they realized that this was more than just a skirmish; it was a turning point in naval warfare history. The world witnessed firsthand how iron could withstand cannon fire and revolutionize shipbuilding forever. Today, we look back at this pivotal moment with awe and admiration for those who fought valiantly aboard these iron giants. The Battle of Hampton Roads stands as an enduring testament to human ingenuity and determination amidst conflict. So let us remember those brave sailors who risked everything on that fateful day in 1862 - their legacy lives on through maps, prints, and historical records that tell their story for generations to come.