mar 8, 1862 - USS Monitor v. the Merrimack

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The USS Monitor versus the Merrimack (CSS Virginia) was a significant naval battle during the American Civil War, taking place on March 9, 1862, at Hampton Roads, Virginia. This battle marked the first meeting in combat of ironclad warships, signaling a revolutionary change in naval warfare, with the Monitor's innovative design featuring a revolving gun turret influencing future warship construction.

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