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087 - "Damn The Torpedoes!" (The Battle of Mobile Bay)

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Facing the Formidable Opponent

This chapter vividly recounts a naval officer's experience in a fierce battle, highlighting the relentless bombardment on the ship, the crew's helplessness, and the strategic decisions made. It delves into the intense atmosphere during the Battle of Mobile Bay, where the fleet faced the CSS Tennessee, maneuvering through a torpedo field with calculated risk and tension, reminiscent of walking on thin ice.

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