Battle of Albemarle Sound

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Battle Dates:

05/05/1864 - 05/05/1864

Other Names:

No other names listed.

Campaign:

Operations Against Plymouth

CWSAC Priority Level:

Priority III, Class C

Approximate Location

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Kitty Hawk, NC, USA

Details:

Principal Commanders: Capt. Melancton Smith [US]; Cdr. J.W. Cooke [CS]

Forces Engaged: 9 gunboats [US]; Confederate ram [CS]

Estimated Casualties: 88 total

Description: On May 5, CSS Albemarle fought seven blockading Union ships to a draw at the mouth of the Roanoke River. Federals recaptured the converted steamer Bombshell. USS Sassacus was badly damaged.

Result(s): Inconclusive

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