Our Little Monitor

On March 9, 1862, the USS Monitor and CSS Virginia clashed in the historic Battle of Hampton Roads, marking the first combat between ironclad vessels and forever altering naval warfare. This audiobook, narrated by Anna Gibson Holloway and Jonathan W. White, delves into the life of the Monitor, from her innovative design to her tragic sinking in December 1862. Drawing on recent archaeological discoveries and archival materials, it explores her significance to the Civil War, the changing experiences of her crew, and her enduring legacy as a beloved symbol celebrated by the American public.