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Fateful Atlantic Passage From Savannah To Hampton Roads
A reader recounts a treacherous voyage from Savannah to Chesapeake Bay in stern weather. The narrative recalls Charleston's Civil War memories, Cape Lookout and Hatteras lights, and Hampton Roads ports and battles including the Cumberland and the Merrimac. The writer reflects on heroism and endurance aboard ship.
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Savannah
Charleston
South Carolina
United States
Fort Sumpter
Dad Luck
Gillmor
Swamp Angel
Gulf Stream
Capé Pear
George
Savapahah
Cape Lookout
Hatteras
Cape Charles
Chesapeake
New Waogland
New England
Hampton Roads
Old Point Comfort
Newport News
Norfolk
Portsmouth Navy Yard
Cumberland
Merrimac
Portsmouth
James River