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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data

Photo #: NH 86347-KN (Color)

USS Merrimack (1856-1861)

Line engraving by Warren, after a drawing by John Andrew, published in a contemporary illustrated magazine. It depicts the launch of USS Merrimack (incorrectly spelled "Merrimac" on the print) at the Boston Navy Yard, Charlestown, Massachusetts, on 15 June 1855.

Courtesy of the Navy Art Collection, Washington, DC.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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1 May 2001