C.S.S. Alabama

CSS Alabama by Bluejacket

$739.00

BJ-K1101

Out of stock

Description

C.S.S. Alabama | Limited Edition of 150 Kits. In 1862, John Laird Sons and Company of Liverpool, England built the screw sloop-of-war CSS Alabama for the Confederate States of America. Launched as Enrica, the vessel was fitted out as a cruiser and commissioned as CSS Alabama on 24 August 1862.

For nearly two years under Captain Raphael Semmes, Alabama cruised the whaling grounds around the Azores, he shipping lanes along the eastern seaboard of the U.S., the Caribbean, the Brazilian coast, along South Africa, the Indian Ocean, South China Sea, and the Bay of Bengal, capturing 447 vessels, including 65 Union merchant ships, and sinking the U.S.S. Hatteras. During this time she took 2,000 prisoners with no loss of life. Until the engagement with Kearsarge, she lost not one man to accident or disease aboard the ship.

The CSS Alabama, was sunk by the USS Kearsarge in the spectacular Battle of Cherbourg off the coast of France on 19 June 1864.

Kit includes plank on bulkhead hull, resin, photo-etched and cast brittania parts

It is important to note that some pictured items may have been built with optional items not included as part of standard kits, such as pedestals, bases, cases, paint, etc. If there are any questions about the contents of a particular kit, please contact Bluejacket.

LOA: 35.5″

Scale: 1/8″

Additional information

Weight 5 lbs

Brand

BlueJacket

BlueJacket Shipcrafters, Inc. is the oldest model ship and model boat company in the US (in continuous operation since 1905). Specializing in the design and manufacture of fine wooden model kits, custom built models, antique restorations/repairs, and model ship fittings Founded in 1905, Bluejacket Shipcrafters has been producing high-quality, historically accurate model ship kits for over a century. Bluejacket Shipcrafters is known for its attention to detail and dedication to replicating the intricate designs of some of the most iconic ships in history. From famous battleships to elegant schooners, we offer a wide range of model ship kits for all skill levels. Bluejacket Shipcrafters  is committed to authenticity. We take pride in using the highest quality materials and following precise measurements and blueprints to ensure that every model ship is an accurate representation of the original vessel. This level of detail is what sets Bluejacket apart from other model ship kit companies.