The USS Richmond, USS New York, & USS Cushing.

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• ARTIST: Fred Cozzens

• PUBLISHER: Published by National Military Publishing Co. 1919 Broadway, NY.

• MEDIUM: Chromolithograph,

  DATE: 1893.

• EDITION SIZE: Image size 7 3/4 x 12 1/4" (19.8 x 31.2 cm).

• DESCRIPTION: This chromolithograph, Plate No. 4 from "Old Naval Prints by Fred S. Cozzens," published in 1893, features the USS Richmond (Steam Sloop), USS New York (Armored Cruiser), and USS Cushing (Torpedo Boat). This print is part of a rare collection that vividly captures the essence of 75 historic ships, offering a glimpse into the naval power of the United States during pivotal moments in history.<br><br> USS Richmond (Steam Sloop, 1860–1919) USS Richmond was a wooden steam sloop commissioned just before the outbreak of the American Civil War. Launched in January 1860, she initially served in the Caribbean, where she sought to intercept Confederate raiders. Richmond played a significant role in maintaining the Union blockade, particularly at the mouth of the Mississippi River, where she engaged in the Battle of the Head of Passes in 1861. She participated in the capture of New Orleans in 1862 and was heavily involved in operations against Confederate strongholds at Vicksburg and Port Hudson. After the war, Richmond continued to serve in various capacities, including as the flagship of the Asiatic Fleet. She was eventually decommissioned in 1919 and struck from the Navy list, with her remains being scrapped in 1920.<br><br> USS New York (Armored Cruiser, 1893–1938) USS New York, an armored cruiser launched in December 1891, was commissioned in August 1893. She served as the flagship of Admiral Sampson’s squadron during the Spanish-American War, playing a pivotal role in the naval blockade of Cuba and the Battle of Santiago de Cuba. After the war, New York was involved in numerous diplomatic missions and exercises, representing the United States at international events. She was later renamed Saratoga and then Rochester, serving in various capacities, including as part of the Asiatic Fleet. New York was scuttled in 1941 to prevent her capture by the Japanese during World War II.<br><br> USS Cushing (Torpedo Boat, 1890–1920) USS Cushing was the first torpedo boat built for the U.S. Navy, launched in January 1890. Commissioned in April of the same year, Cushing was instrumental in developing torpedo tactics and technology, operating out of the Naval Torpedo Station in Newport. She served during the Spanish-American War, capturing enemy vessels and performing courier duties. Cushing continued her service in the Reserve Torpedo Flotilla until she was decommissioned and ultimately sunk as a target in 1920.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in an 18 x 14" mat for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition with original color.

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Naval, Nautical & Marine , Naval