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NH 42243 "Bailey in the Cayuga conning through the Confederate River Fleet"

Photo #: NH 42243 "Bailey in the Cayuga conning through the Confederate River Fleet"
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Title: "Bailey in the Cayuga conning through the Confederate River Fleet"
Description: Photo #: NH 42243 Bailey in the Cayuga conning through the Confederate River Fleet Post-Civil War artwork by J.O. Davidson, depicting USS Cayuga, flagship of the First Division under Captain Theodorus Bailey, in action during the battle off Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862. The artwork was approved by Admiral David Dixon Porter, who commanded the Federal mortar schooners during this battle. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
Catalog #: NH 42243
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