 Brown Water Navy
Brown Water Navy
Term used to refer to the fleet of vessels used in the fresh water campaigns during the Civil War, particularly on the Mississippi and its many tributaries.
It was not a glamorous job, and very dangerous, river currents, restricted maneuvering room and danger from the shore batteries made these positions less than desirable.
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Mark W. Swarthout, Esq.
GGGrandson of Pvt. John W. Swarthout, Company E, 148th NYVI - Wounded at Cold Harbor.
GGGGrandson of Pvt. Henry Stephens, Company D, 137th NYVI - Wounded at Culp's Hill, Gettysburg.
Last edited by aggie80 : 03-06-2006 at 04:49 PM.
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