At the end of this book, you should be able to describe what transpired on March 9, 1862. Discuss the major, but unusual, battle of the American Civil War used ironclad warships. Explain how it has revolutionized the way war was fought at sea. Gather information on the ironclad warships used at the time, including the Union ship Monitor and the Confederate ship Virginia. Start reading today.

At the end of this book, you should be able to describe what transpired on March 9, 1862. Discuss the major, but unusual, battle of the American Civil War used ironclad warships. Explain how it has revolutionized the way war was fought at sea. Gather information on the ironclad warships used at the time, including the Union ship Monitor and the Confederate ship Virginia. Start reading today.

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