Drewry's Bluff: Richmond Animated Battle Map
submitted by Lynne_Gee
on 11/28/19
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On May 15, 1862 Federal warships steamed up the James River in an attempt to take the Confederate capital by water. Confederate forces were prepared for such an attack and laid heavy fire on the Union ships, in addition to creating physical barriers in the James. This resulted in a failed endeavor to take Richmond, and would be the Union's last attempt to do so by water. This video is part of a Battle Map mini series in partnership with the Richmond National Battlefield Park showcasing the most important battles of the Civil War in and around Richmond, Virginia. Check out the Richmond Animated Battle Map playlist if you would like to better view the videos in order: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZrhqv_T1O1typDn0yHce-OAoI-2WU8ia
