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In Series 1, Volume 9, page 44, Major General Benjamin Huger reported to Richmond on February 24, 1862;
"The Ericsson (iron-clad) battery has arrived in the Roads, and will probably get one of our batteries to test her resisting qualities. I hear she carries two 11-inch guns."
I was under the impression the Monitor did not leave New York until March, and her arrival was on the evening of the first day's battle. What exactly was Huger reporting upon; a rumor? Thanks,
Lubliner.
"The Ericsson (iron-clad) battery has arrived in the Roads, and will probably get one of our batteries to test her resisting qualities. I hear she carries two 11-inch guns."
I was under the impression the Monitor did not leave New York until March, and her arrival was on the evening of the first day's battle. What exactly was Huger reporting upon; a rumor? Thanks,
Lubliner.