What was the significance of the Monitor vs. Merrimack (Virginia) battle in 1862?
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Correct answer: It marked the end of the era of wooden warships and the rise of ironclads
The battle between the two ironclad ships ended in a draw, but it revolutionized naval warfare globally. After this engagement, traditional wooden sailing ships were considered obsolete in modern conflict.
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