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What were warships that were covered in iron called?
These ships were called ironclads.
Why was the battle of the ironclads in the Civil War a turning point for the navy?
Because it started the era of armoured warships and the irreversible decline of the traditional unprotected vessels made from woods.
What conclusion can be drawn from the first battle of the ironclads?
the era of wooden warships was at an end
Why did Merrimack make all wooden warships obsolete?
Two ships fought but neither could hurt the other this make all wooden warships obsolete
What is the name of the vessels the South built that marked the beginning of the modern armored selfpropelled warships?
Ironclads
What is the name of the vessels the South built that marked the beginning of the modern armored self propelled warships?
Ironclads ;)
What effects on the US Civil War did the ironclads warships have?
Ironclad warships that were used against each side were significant in the world of naval warfare. It made wooden warships and cargo ships easy targets for ironclad ships of war.
How did ironclaws signal a revoulition during thre civil war?
The advent of the ironclads signed the unrestrainable decline of the wooden warships.
What happened the the ironclads after the war?
After the Civil War, ironclads became largely obsolete due to advancements in naval technology, particularly the introduction of more powerful steam-powered ships and the transition to steel hulls. Many were decommissioned or scrapped, while some were repurposed for other uses, such as serving as training vessels or in colonial conflicts. A few, like the USS Monitor, became historic artifacts, with efforts to preserve and study them highlighting their significance in naval history. Overall, the era of ironclads marked a pivotal shift in naval warfare that paved the way for modern warships.
How did the ironclads signal a revolution in the naval warfare?
the days of wooden warships powered by wind and sails were drawing to a close. ~ Got it from my Socal Studies text book
How many people were in the battle of the ironclads during the civil war?
The Battle of the Ironclads, fought on March 9, 1862, involved the USS Monitor and the CSS Virginia (formerly the USS Merrimack). While there were no large infantry forces engaged as in traditional battles, the crews of the two ironclad warships numbered around 400 men combined. The battle marked a significant shift in naval warfare, demonstrating the effectiveness of ironclad ships.
What was the Merrimac made of?
The Merrimac was an an iron-clad vessel built by the Confederate forces. Ironclads are wooden warships protected from gunfire by iron armor (mid-19th-century).
