Suydam Collection - U.S.S. Richmond (Steamboat)

U.S.S. Richmond (Steamboat)


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Full Size Viewing Image #1394014a (recto) Full Size Viewing Image #1394014a (verso) Suydam Collection MSS 1394014a       Image Date: 1863
Caption:       Crew of Richmond at quarters. Baton Rouge La. 1863.
Notes:         The Richmond was crippled in Farragut's attempt to pass the guns of Port Hudson on the night of March 14, 1863, and fifteen of her officers and crew were killed or wounded. [East, "Civil War Album," text, p. 86; image, p. 86.]
Photographer:      McPherson & Oliver, Baton Rouge
Image Format:     Carte de visite - 4in. x 2.5in
Full Size Viewing Image #1394014b (recto) Full Size Viewing Image #1394014b (verso) Suydam Collection MSS 1394014b       Image Date: 1863
Caption:       Steamer Richmond off Baton Rouge La. 1863.
Notes:          The Richmond was one of the largest and most beautiful ships in Farragut's fleet. The Richmond reached Baton Rouge on the afternoon of May 9, 1862, in company with her sister ships. [East, "Civil War Album," text, p. 79; image, p. 78.]
Photographer:      Ascribed to McPherson & Oliver, Baton Rouge
Image Format:     Carte de visite - 4in. x 2.5in