Raphael Semmes - 2
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Raphael Semmes - 2
RAPHAEL SEMMES American naval captain, as captain of the Alabama he sank or captured 80+ merchant vessels but she was eventually sunk by the Kearsage, 1864. Date: 1809 - 1877
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Raphael Semmes: The Gallant Captain of the Alabama This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Raphael Semmes (1809-1877), an American naval hero of the Civil War era. Semmes is most famously known for his command of the Confederate raider CSS Alabama, which wreaked havoc on Union shipping during the late 1860s. In just over two years, Semmes and his crew sank or captured an impressive 80 Union merchant vessels, striking a significant blow to the Union's economic infrastructure. Born in Virginia in 1809, Semmes entered the United States Navy in 1825 and served with distinction during the Mexican-American War. When the Civil War broke out, Semmes, a staunch supporter of the Confederacy, resigned from the Navy and joined the Confederate States Navy. He quickly rose through the ranks, eventually commanding the Alabama in 1862. Under Semmes' command, the Alabama became a symbol of Confederate defiance and resilience. The ship's raids on Union shipping not only disrupted supply lines but also boosted morale among Confederate forces. However, Semmes' luck ran out in 1864 when the Union warship USS Kearsarge located and engaged the Alabama off the coast of France. In the ensuing battle, the Alabama was sunk, but Semmes and his crew were rescued by a French vessel. Despite the loss of the Alabama, Semmes' legacy as a daring and successful naval commander endured. He continued to serve the Confederacy until the end of the war, and after the Confederate defeat, he returned to the United States and was eventually pardoned by President Andrew Johnson. Semmes died in 1877, leaving behind a rich and complex historical legacy as one of the most celebrated naval figures of the American Civil War.
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