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Old 04-12-09, 02:22 PM   #23
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In 1974, Duke University finally found the rusting hulk. Bits and pieces have been salvaged, although raising the entire vessel is impossible.

'NOTHER QUESTION:

Ericsson didn't actually fulfill his contract with the Navy when he built the Monitor. He left items off -- which items?
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