The first action of naval warfare in the American Civil War was the blockade of Southern ports by the Union Navy. Starting on April 19, 1861, the blockade was part of General Winfield Scott's strategy called the Anaconda Plan, which was an...

American Civil WarUnion blockade – Eastern – Western – Lower Seaboard – Trans-Mississippi – Pacific Coast Contents 1 Proclamation of blockade and legal implications 1.1 Recognition of the Confederacy 2 Operations 2.1 Scope 2.2 Union Navy 2.3...

A FLY ON the wall of the Capitol Coffee House one morning a month or so ago would have witnessed an animated conversation taking place at the popular Beacon Hill bistro. State Representative Michael Moran was meeting with Richard Stutman, president of the...

The Northern blockade of the Confederacy is one of the most controversial aspects of the American Civil War. However, one thing is certain, given the agrarian nature of the South and its limited industrial capabilities, it would have to depend on importation of arms...

When scientists opened the watch belonging to the H.L. Hunley commander three years ago, they thought they had the key clue to why the Confederate submarine sank off Charleston.But the 18-karat gold watch now seems to raise even more questions even though scientists announced Friday...

They call this part of the Florida Panhandle the Forgotten Coast, and on a cool winter day, it's easy to see why.Miles of dazzling white beaches stand deserted except for an occasional beachcomber. Hotel rooms are easily available at bargain rates. Restaurateurs look gratefully at...