Bibliograph

A history of ironclads, the power of iron over wood, John V. Quarstein

Type

Label

A history of ironclads, the power of iron over wood, John V. Quarstein

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

A history of ironclads

Oclc number

71223166

Responsibility statement

John V. Quarstein

Sub title

the power of iron over wood

Summary

The Battle of Hampton Roads was one of history's greatest naval engagements. Over the course of two days in March 1862, this Civil War conflict decided the fate of all the world's navies. It was the first battle between ionclad warships, and the 25,000 sailors, soldiers and civilians who witnessed the battle knew then what history would soon confirm: wars waged on the seas would never be the same. This landmark book documents the dramatic history of Civil War ironclads and reveals how ironclad warships revolutionized naval warfare. Author John V. Quarstein explores in depth the impact of ironclads during the Civil War and their colossal effect on naval history

Table Of Contents

Oar to sail -- Sail to steam -- Shot to shell -- Wood to iron -- The power of iron over wood -- Iron fever -- Questions of iron and time -- Sink before surrender -- Victory and vision

Target audience

adult

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