Topic: Norfolk

The ironclad ships of the Civil War

Helium - 471 days ago
Every powerful, seafaring nation in the world was keenly interested in the historic duel that took place in Hampton Roads, VA, March 8 and 9, 1862. Advanced abilities in shipbuilding and manufacturing ordnance and armament had been a catalyst in the drive ...

Horse breeds: American Saddlebred

Helium - 475 days ago
The American Saddlebred, formerly known as the " This warm blooded horse was created from five other horse breeds , the Thoroughbred, the Morgan, the Spanish horse, the Narragansett Pacer, and the Norfolk Roadster. The Norfolk Roadster is responsible for handing down ...

Battle of the Monitor and Merrimack

How Stuff Works - 532 days ago
It was the first fight between ironclad (armored) ships. The steam frigate Merrimack had been scuttled when Union forces abandoned the Norfolk Navy Yard. The Merrimack steamed into Hampton Roads, Virginia, on March 8, 1862, and easily destroyed two wooden frigates. During ...