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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data

Photo #: NH 63858

North America
(American Steamship, 1862)

Watercolor by Erik Heyl, 1951, painted for use in his book "Early American Steamers", Volume I.
Built as the merchant steamer Union, this ship served as USS Fort Jackson during 1863-1865. After returning to civilian ownership, she was renamed North America.

Courtesy of Erik Heyl.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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22 July 2002