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The development of ironclad ships is traced from England's HMS Warrior to the turreted monitors of the American Civil War.

The development of ironclad ships is traced from England's HMS Warrior to the turreted monitors of the American Civil War.

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Original Air Date: Jun 10, 1996
Genres: DocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TVG
Playback: HD
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