Fort Fisher, Cape Fear; American Civil War, 1864
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Fort Fisher, Cape Fear; American Civil War, 1864
Engraving showing the British steamer Hansa running the blockade, under the guns of Fort Fisher at the entrance to the Cape Fear River
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1864 Blockade Cape Fear Fisher Fort Guns Running Steamer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled 'Showing the British Steamer Hansa Running the Blockade, under the Guns of Fort Fisher at the Entrance to the Cape Fear River,' is a fascinating glimpse into the American Civil War history. The image, published in 1864, depicts the British steamship Hansa boldly making its way through the blockade at the entrance of the Cape Fear River, despite the threatening guns of Fort Fisher. During the Civil War, the Union Navy imposed a blockade on Southern ports in an effort to prevent Confederate supplies and resources from being imported or exported. However, the Confederacy relied heavily on foreign imports, particularly from Great Britain, to sustain their war effort. British ships, like the Hansa, would often run the blockade to deliver much-needed supplies to Confederate ports. Fort Fisher, located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River in North Carolina, was a strategic fortification for the Confederacy. Its powerful guns made it a formidable obstacle for any ship attempting to run the blockade. The Union Navy launched several unsuccessful attacks on Fort Fisher in late 1864 and early 1865, but it wasn't until December 1864 that the fort was finally taken. This engraving captures the tension and danger of the blockade-running era during the Civil War. The image of the Hansa steaming through the waves, with Fort Fisher's guns looming in the background, is a testament to the bravery and determination of both the Confederate defenders and the British sailors who risked their lives to keep the supply line open. This historical print is a valuable reminder of the complexities of the American Civil War and the role that international relations played in the conflict. It is a must-have for any Civil War history buff or collector of historical prints.
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