Editors, Charles River

The CSS Alabama

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ISBN 13:
9781530951536
author:
Editors, Charles River
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
58
Dimensions:
22.91 x 15.19 x 0.3 centimetres
Genre:
History, United States, Civil War Period (1850-1877),
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£9.23

Description

The CSS Alabama: The History of the Famous Confederate Raider that Sank Off the Coast of France During the Battle of Cherbourg The American Civil War saw the Confederacy face a significant challenge: a blockade of its ports and river mouths by the more industrialized North. This blockade, intended to starve the South of supplies, had a devastating impact on the Confederate economy. The rebels responded by building fast-moving ships that could evade the blockade and import and export goods. Among these ships was the CSS Alabama, a vessel that would become infamous for its daring exploits. The Alabama's exploits caught the imagination of Southern soldiers and civilians, buoying up morale during a war that was increasingly grim. The ship's crew, including its captain, carried out attacks on American ships and eluded the U.S. Navy. The Alabama's story is one of bravery, cunning, and the human desire for freedom. For those interested in the history of the American Civil War and the CSS Alabama, this book provides a detailed account of the ship's raids and battles, as well as online resources and a bibliography for further reading.

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