William R. Cheek letter describing CSS Virginia 1862, Apr. 12.

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William R. Cheek letter describing CSS Virginia 1862, Apr. 12.

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Letter written by Cheek while he was stationed in Norfolk, Va. to his aunt which mentions the CSS Virginia maneuvering in the Chesapeake Bay. The letter was written 2 days after the Virginia underwent repairs for damages sustained during its encounter with the USS Monitor, while it was actively trying to lure the Monitor into another engagement.

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The Mariners' Museum Library

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The Mariners' Museum Library

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Cheek, William R.

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North Carolina infantryman. From the description of William R. Cheek letter describing CSS Virginia 1862, Apr. 12. (The Mariners' Museum Library). WorldCat record id: 41657908 ...

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