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Monitor Souvenirs

For the men serving aboard the USS Monitor during the historic clash of ironclads on March 9, 1862, the battle was the most exciting time ever experienced. Many of them cherished souvenirs of the battle and the ships involved. These three items belonged to members of the ship's crew.

 

Eagle Statuette: This small monument was partially made from the remains of armor plating taken from the USS Monitor and the engine of the CSS Virginia. It was presented to the Monitor's Chief Engineer, Alban Stimers, who operated the turret during the battle.

 

Miniature Wood Tub: made by a sailor, possibly from wood taken from the Virginia.

 

Carte de Visite Photograph: This souvenir belonged to the Monitor's Acting Master, Louis N. Stodder. It is an image of a shell fragment form the CSS Virginia and a piece of iron plate and flag from the USS Monitor.

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Uploaded on February 26, 2015
Taken on February 12, 2015