Confederate Ironclad vs Union Ironclad: Hampton Roads 1862/Броненосец Конфедерации против броненосца Союза: Хэмптон-Роудс 1862

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The book a historical overview of the development and evolution of ironclad warships leading up to and during the American Civil War. It highlights key figures, such as Monsieur de Montgery, Robert Fulton, and Commodore Matthew Perry, and discusses various vessels, including the US Steam Battery Fulton, the side-wheelers Mississippi and Missouri, and the floating batteries used in the Crimean War. The book emphasizes the significance of ironclad technology in naval warfare, illustrating how the French and British navies led the way in ironclad design with ships like La Gloire and HMS Warrior. It also touches on the Confederate efforts to create their own ironclads and the challenges faced in adapting to steam power and armored vessels.

Contents
Introduction
Chronology
Design and Development
Technical Specifications
The Combatants
The Strategic Situation
Combat
Statistics and Analysis
Further Development
Aftermath
Bibliography and Further Reading
Index