John V. Quarstein
The CSS Virginia:: Sink Before Surrender
- ISBN 13:
- 9781626192935
- author:
- John V. Quarstein
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- History Press (SC)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 0.8 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- History, North America, Civil War, American Indian Wars, Pioneers 1801-1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The CSS Virginia: Sink Before Surrender by John V. Quarstein is a detailed account of the ironclad's historic voyage and its significance in naval warfare during the American Civil War. In March 1862, the CSS Virginia (Merrimack) embarked on a journey that would prove to be a turning point in the war at sea. Under the command of Franklin Buchanan, the ship was intended as a trial cruise, but it became a test by fire that showcased the power of iron over wood. The crew's makeshift warship achieved the greatest Confederate naval victory, and its ability to enter Hampton Roads stands as a testament to the ingenuity of its designers, builders, officers, and crew. This book provides a comprehensive look at the CSS Virginia, including detailed appendices such as crew member biographies and a complete chronology of the ship and crew.
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