The Battle of Fort Fisher, N.C.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Some More on the Blockade-Runner Advance

After the Advance was captured by the Santiago de Cuba September 10, 1864, it was condemned and purchased by the US Navy. Now called the USS Advance, the 902 ton sidewheel steamer mounted five cannons.

It had originally been built in Greenock, Scotland for use as a River Clyde packet.

The USS Advance took part in both attacks of its former protector, Fort Fisher in 1864 and January 1865. After the war, its name was changed to the USS Frolic.

Run That Blockade. --B-R'er

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