Deep Bottom, Va. U.S. Gunboat Mendota (In Service May 2, 1864) On The James (U.S. Civil War) Pint Glass 16oz

Deep Bottom, Va., U.S. Gunboat Mendota (In Service May 2, 1864) on the James (U.S. Civil War) The subject of this title refers to a specific event and vessel within the context of the American Civil War. Specifically, it pertains to the U.S. Gunboat Mendota, which entered service on May 2, 1864. This gunboat was engaged in operations on the James River during the Battle of Deep Bottom, Virginia, a significant campaign that took place between July 27 and August 15, 1864. The battle was part of the larger Overland Campaign aimed at defeating Confederate forces under General Robert E. Lee. The U.S. Gunboat Mendota played a role in these naval engagements on the James River during this critical period of the Civil War.