After struggling through a horrific storm on the Atlantic, the Federal naval squadron attacks and captures a vital Confederate port.
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Exploring the most important 55 months in American history
After struggling through a horrific storm on the Atlantic, the Federal naval squadron attacks and captures a vital Confederate port.
A massive Federal armada begins arriving off Port Royal, S.C., with plans to bombard the forts guarding the port into submission.
A massive Federal army-navy expedition leaves Hampton Roads to capture Port Royal, South Carolina, between Charleston and Savannah.
Confederate and U.S. officials work to develop strategies to wage war against each other on the waters.