An exhibition exploring the vital but controversial role Clyde-built ships played in running the naval blockade of the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Glasgow’s ship builders benefited greatly from new orders of sleek paddle-steamers, but many Glaswegians opposed trading with the slave holding Confederacy.
Blockade Runners: Clyde-built Ships During the American Civil War
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- Event website:
- www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/riverside
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- Price:
- Free
- Opening hours:
- Mon-Thu & Sat 10am-5pm, Fri & Sun 11am-5pm
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