United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865; Gunboats; Essex (Ironclad steamer); Vehicles
Drawing of warship labeled, "United States steamer Essex." The Essex has slanting sides narrowing up, and a domed section with flat sides as well as a rounded dome atop the other end of the ship. Two ships are in the distance.
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865; Gunboats; Benton (Ironclad); Vehicles
Drawing of warship labeled "U.S.S. Benton." It shows many masts and lines and two domes topped by rectangles. The sides of the Benton slant slightly inwards, towards the top of the boat, and the top is encircled by low rungs. Two row...
Portraits; United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Military personnel--Union; Admirals--American--1860-1870; Admirals; Military uniforms; Military officers
Portrait of Rear Admiral Theodorus Bailey (1805-1877), a member of the U.S. Navy who commanded the steam frigate (steam-powered warship) USS Colorado which became flagship of the Gulf Blockading Squadron. He patrolled the Florida panhandle and then...
