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Jefferson Davis (search for this): article 1
d though a more thorough and elaborate answer could have exposed the fallacy and inconsistency of Commodore Tatnall's communication, yet we hope enough has been said to open the eyes of the authorities and the public. Before closing, it is proper to notice the unjust and unmerited treatment manifested towards Chief Pilot Parrish. Since the "Virginia" was launched, Pilot Parrish has been with her in good and in evil report. He received a commission as Master in the Navy, signed by President Davis, and has endeavored to do his duty to his State and country. On his arrival in Richmond he was ordered to the batteries of Drury's Bluff. He immediately repaired to that post, and commenced with all his powers to aid in blockading the James river, which had been exposed to Yankee gunboats, by the withdrawal of the "Virginia" from the defence of the James river. While thus engaged, Pilot Parrish received from Secretary Mallory an order revoking his commission and dismissing him f
Virginians (search for this): article 1
lished by Request.] Richmond, May 21st, 1862. Gentlemen: The undersigned, Pilots on board the late noble steamer Virginia, were astonished and amazed to see in the Richmond Enquirer, of May the 19th, the Afterthought communication of Josiah Tatnall, late Flag Officer commanding the steamer Virginia, as it was the First Intimation we had that we were to be made the "scapegoats for the sins" of those higher in authority. Humble as we are in station, yet we are free, native born Virginians, and dare to hurl back in the teeth of a Commodore his futile and contradictory missiles, and, if we have the ability, to pour hot shot into his Exposed Broadsides. To do this, it is necessary to begin at the beginning of his letter to Secretary Mallory. Near the commencement he says: "I begin with your telegraphic dispatches to me of the 4th and 5th instant, directing me to take such a position in the James river as would Entirely prevent the enemy's ascending it." Farther on he says:
Harrison (search for this): article 1
when the "Virginia" was not at the Navy-Yard she lay in the Elizabeth river just below Craney Island, instead of lying in the mouth of the James river, where she protected both Richmond and Norfolk. We now come to the assertion where Commodore Tatnall says, "The pilots had assured me that they could take the ship, with a draught of eighteen feet, to within forty miles of Richmond. " This we deny. We said with favorable tides we could take the ship to Westover, about three miles below Harrison's bar, which is about fifty-three miles from Richmond. But let us see what was the real object in lightening the ship. On the return from Norfolk, where they learned that Gen. Huger had retreated, the batteries been abandoned, and the enemy about to take possession of Norfolk, he says. It was about seven o'clock in the evening, and this unexpected information rendered prompt measures necessary for the safety of the "Virginia." Now, it's words are to convey ideas, is it not plain that the
Lynch (search for this): article 1
deck, but we were present with the brave Buchanan, Jones, and other officers and crew, when they sank the Cumberland and destroyed the Congress. We have stood exposed to the enemy's fire on the uncalled-for destroyed "Virginia, " when Minnie balls and cannon balls fell thick as hall. One of us (First Pilot Parrish) was on board the Harmony, commanded by the brave Captain Fairfax when she fought the Savannah off Newport News. He was also on board the Sea Bird, under the brave veteran Com. Lynch, when he took the Sherwood from the "Express," and was under fire of the enemy for two hours. From the first day the "Virginia" flung to the breeze the flag of our beloved Southern Confederacy we have acted as her pilots; and if we have shown cowardice, or an unwillingness to obey orders, or incompetency, let Buchanan, Jones, and others, say so. Now a few words as to the management of the ship: On the memorable battle of the 8th and 9th of March, when the wonder of the world, (the "V
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that we were to be made the "scapegoats for the sins" of those higher in authority. Humble as we are in station, yet we are free, native born Virginians, and dare to hurl back in the teeth of a Commodore his futile and contradictory missiles, and, if we have the ability, to pour hot shot into his Exposed Broadsides. To do this, it is necessary to begin at the beginning of his letter to Secretary Mallory. Near the commencement he says: "I begin with your telegraphic dispatches to me of the 4th and 5th instant, directing me to take such a position in the James river as would Entirely prevent the enemy's ascending it." Farther on he says: "On the 6th you (Secretary Mallory) telegraphed me to endeavor to afford protection to Norfolk as well as the James river, which replaced me in my original position." Why did he not state that his "original position" was in the Elizabeth river, a short distance below Craney Island, which position only protected Norfolk, when, by Lying in the Mouth
Buchanan (search for this): article 1
es River for the protection of Richmond." Now, was there no panic here?--Was there not wanting the spirit, the coolness and calm decision of our dear and beloved Buchanan? What! the Virginia, that noble specimen of the genius of her constructor — she that was mistress at least of all of Virginia's waters — required prompt measurehe flag of our beloved Southern Confederacy we have acted as her pilots; and if we have shown cowardice, or an unwillingness to obey orders, or incompetency, let Buchanan, Jones, and others, say so. Now a few words as to the management of the ship: On the memorable battle of the 8th and 9th of March, when the wonder of the world, (the "Virginia,") under command of Buchanan and Jones, gallantly encountered the Cumberland, the Congress, the Minnesota, the Monitor, the St. Lawrence, and several gunboats, a crowd of twenty thousand persons, with many naval officers, united in one voice in saying that the "Virginia" is "splendidly managed." One of us (Pil
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dare to hurl back in the teeth of a Commodore his futile and contradictory missiles, and, if we have the ability, to pour hot shot into his Exposed Broadsides. To do this, it is necessary to begin at the beginning of his letter to Secretary Mallory. Near the commencement he says: "I begin with your telegraphic dispatches to me of the 4th and 5th instant, directing me to take such a position in the James river as would Entirely prevent the enemy's ascending it." Farther on he says: "On the 6th you (Secretary Mallory) telegraphed me to endeavor to afford protection to Norfolk as well as the James river, which replaced me in my original position." Why did he not state that his "original position" was in the Elizabeth river, a short distance below Craney Island, which position only protected Norfolk, when, by Lying in the Mouth of the James river, he protected Norfolk and at the same time protected Richmond; because at all tides and at any time, night or day, the ship could be gotten
March 8th (search for this): article 1
also on board the Sea Bird, under the brave veteran Com. Lynch, when he took the Sherwood from the "Express," and was under fire of the enemy for two hours. From the first day the "Virginia" flung to the breeze the flag of our beloved Southern Confederacy we have acted as her pilots; and if we have shown cowardice, or an unwillingness to obey orders, or incompetency, let Buchanan, Jones, and others, say so. Now a few words as to the management of the ship: On the memorable battle of the 8th and 9th of March, when the wonder of the world, (the "Virginia,") under command of Buchanan and Jones, gallantly encountered the Cumberland, the Congress, the Minnesota, the Monitor, the St. Lawrence, and several gunboats, a crowd of twenty thousand persons, with many naval officers, united in one voice in saying that the "Virginia" is "splendidly managed." One of us (Pilot George Wright) piloted the French ship "Gassendi" from-Norfolk, with the French Minister on board, and had the high grat
March 9th (search for this): article 1
the Sea Bird, under the brave veteran Com. Lynch, when he took the Sherwood from the "Express," and was under fire of the enemy for two hours. From the first day the "Virginia" flung to the breeze the flag of our beloved Southern Confederacy we have acted as her pilots; and if we have shown cowardice, or an unwillingness to obey orders, or incompetency, let Buchanan, Jones, and others, say so. Now a few words as to the management of the ship: On the memorable battle of the 8th and 9th of March, when the wonder of the world, (the "Virginia,") under command of Buchanan and Jones, gallantly encountered the Cumberland, the Congress, the Minnesota, the Monitor, the St. Lawrence, and several gunboats, a crowd of twenty thousand persons, with many naval officers, united in one voice in saying that the "Virginia" is "splendidly managed." One of us (Pilot George Wright) piloted the French ship "Gassendi" from-Norfolk, with the French Minister on board, and had the high gratification of
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short distance below Craney Island, which position only protected Norfolk, when, by Lying in the Mouth of the James river, he protected Norfolk and at the same time protected Richmond; because at all tides and at any time, night or day, the ship could be gotten under way, and either intercept the Monitor, if she attempted to go to Norfolk, (of which there was no danger, as she was afraid as death of the "Virginia, ") or get in her rear, and follow her up and capture her? He says: "On the 7th inst. Commodore Hollins reached Norfolk with orders from you (Sec. Mallory) to conduct with me and such officers as I might select in regard to the best disposition to be made of the Virginia, under the present aspect of things." --But on the next day, before the time appointed for conference, the enemy attacked Sewell's Point battery, and he (the Commodore) left the Navy Yard to attack the Yankee fleet, and in the meantime three of the enemy's vessels had gone up the James river, bound for Rich
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