The Monitor and the Merrimac : Both sides of the story by John Lorimer Worden et al.
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About this eBook
| Author | Worden, John Lorimer, 1818-1897 |
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| Author | Greene, Samuel Dana, 1839-1884 |
| Author | Ramsay, H. Ashton |
| Author | Watson, Eugene Winslow, 1843-1914 |
| LoC No. | 12004865 |
| Title | The Monitor and the Merrimac : Both sides of the story |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Monitor and the Merrimac: Both sides of the story" by John Lorimer Worden et al. is a historical account written in the early 20th century that explores the iconic naval battle between the Union's USS Monitor and the Confederate's CSS Merrimac during the American Civil War. This work presents a unique perspective by featuring narratives from both sides of the conflict, including Lieutenant Worden's account from the Monitor and Chief Engineer Ramsay's reflections on the Merrimac. The book delves into the technological advancements of ironclad ships and their implications for naval warfare. The book is structured in three parts, with the first and second sections focusing on the personal experiences of the crews aboard the Monitor and the Merrimac as they engaged in battle on March 9, 1862. Worden details the preparation and execution of the Monitor's tactics, emphasizing the innovative design and the challenges faced during combat, while Ramsay recounts the Merrimac's construction and the fierce engagement it faced against Union forces. The final section, written by Rear-Admiral E.W. Watson, reflects on the fate of the Monitor following the battle. Through these narratives, the book not only recounts a pivotal moment in naval history but also highlights themes of bravery, ingenuity, and the harsh realities of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Naval battles |
| Subject | Merrimack (Frigate) |
| Subject | Monitor (Ironclad) |
| Subject | Hampton Roads, Battle of, Va., 1862 |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Naval operations |
| Subject | Virginia (Ironclad) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24612 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 119 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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