Confederate Blockade Runner 1861-65 (New Vanguard)
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Book Description
The lifeblood of the Confederacy, the blockade runners of the Civil War usually began life as regular fast steam-powered merchant ships. They were adapted for the high-speed dashes through the Union blockade which closed off all the major Southern ports, and for much of the war they brought much-needed food, clothing and weaponry to the Confederacy. This book traces their operational history, including the development of purpose-built blockade running ships, and examines their engines, crews and tactics. It describes their wartime exploits, demonstrating their operational and mechanical performance, whilst examining what life was like on these vessels through accounts of conditions on board when they sailed into action.
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The unrivalled illustrated reference on fighting vehicles, transport and artillery through the ages. Each volume is illustrated throughout, making these books uniquely accessible to history enthusiasts of all ages.
Confederate Blockade Runner 1861-65 (New Vanguard),Angus Konstam,Tony Bryan,Osprey Publishing,1841766364,History,History - Military / War,History: American,Military - Naval,United States - Civil War,History / Military / United States
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