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Florida’s Best Newspaper for Antiques & Collectibles
MAY 2017 • Volume 30 No. 9 www.antiqueshoppefl.com
Memorial Day Remembrance
THE BATTLE OF THE IRONCLADS
by Roy Nuhn
A bit over 150 years ago, the famous fight between Christened “Virginia,” she was built upon the ruins
the world’s first ironclads, “Merrimac” and “Monitor,” of the “U.S.S. Merrimac,” which had been abandoned
took place. It was an epic battle of the Civil War and by fleeing federal troops in the opening months of the
forever altered naval warfare. war. In March of 1862, “Merrimac,” as she would
One of the earliest military strategies by the Union always be called by the North and by the history books
at the start of the conflict in 1861 was a naval blockade ever afterward, steamed out to sea and began disabling
of the South. Its purpose was twofold — economic the warships blockading Southern ports.
strangulation and the prevention of incoming The North’s response came quickly. On March 9, a
armaments from Europe. startled “Merrimac” crew encountered the “Monitor,”
Along with privateers running the blockade, the the Union’s own experimental ironclad. Two hours of
Confederacy came up with the idea of building an battle followed, ending in a draw. Both ships withdrew,
ironclad warship. Such an armored vessel, completely and never fought again.
sheathed in iron plates, would be invincible against Continued on Page 2 Tuck’s “Decoration Day Post Cards” Series No. 107
the wooden ships of the day.
Wildwood Antique Malls features hundreds of Vendors selling antiques, collectibles, vintage finds and
decorative art. Items of all history periods and styles. It is our mission at Wildwood Antique Malls to provide
our customers the best shopping experience by having a staff that is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient so
the customer can spend time shopping and not spending their time in long checkout lines.
They bring new concepts to the antique malls by being bright and spacious with large aisles for easy
accessibility. We are noted for our friendly and knowledgeable staff, as well as cleanliness and security.
Wildwood Antique Malls are professionally managed malls that offer new marketing opportunities to both
established and part-time dealers. Established dealers enjoy the benefit of additional locations without
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Wildwood Antique Malls has 4 locations: 364 Shopping Center Drive, Wildwood; 3530 Hwy 98 N., Lakeland;
3550 S. Washington Ave., Titusville; and 1240 Sarno Road, Melbourne. All locations are open 7 days a week. For
hours and telephone numbers visit their website, www.wildwoodantiquemalls.com.
In This Issue . . .
The Feed Store Antique Mall is located in an
8000 sq. ft. old Florida Feed Store in Ellenton, FL. Mother's Day Plates...pg. 15
We have a wide variety of antique, vintage and
collectible items. Visit and experience old Florida Pickle Castors...
pg. 21
charm 7 days a week. The Feed Store is wheelchair
accessible with plenty of parking.
The Feed Store is located at 4407 US Hwy 301
North, Ellenton; just 1 mile west of I-75 at exit 224.
Stop by soon for a fun shopping adventure. You
can also find us on facebook or visit our website,
www.feedstoreantiquemall.com. Call us 941-729- Collecting Horse
1379. We're always Buying! Racing...
pg. 33
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