Yorktown, Va. Confederate Naval Gun; In Background Is Nelson Church, Used As A Hospital (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Yorktown, Va. Confederate Naval Gun; Background Features Nelson Church (Used as a U.S. Civil War Hospital) This title refers to a historical artifact, specifically a Confederate Naval Gun, located in the town of Yorktown, Virginia. The image accompanying the title shows this gun against the backdrop of Nelson Church, which served as a hospital during the United States Civil War (1861-1865). Nelson Church is significant for its role in the Battle of Yorktown, a decisive victory for the Continental Army over the British during the American Revolutionary War. The presence of both the Confederate Naval Gun and the church in this setting underscores the rich military history of Yorktown, spanning multiple wars and centuries.