The Battle of Galveston (CEC)

The Battle of Galveston, January 1, 1863. This eyewitness sketch shows the battle at its height. Confederate infantry and artillery can be seen attacking Kuhn’s Wharf in the center of the image, while Texan steamboats loaded with troops ram the USS Harriet Lane to the right. Click on the image for a larger view, and to read the handwritten caption.