February 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Join us for a discussion of the gripping story behind The Sinking and the Salvage of the Cairo that will bring to life one of the Civil War’s most remarkable naval tragedies. Our Little Round Table will study the dramatic events of 1862, when the ironclad met its fate on the Yazoo River, and the extraordinary modern efforts that raised it from the depths more than a century later. We will explore not only the technology and tactics of the Union’s river navy (sometimes called the “Brown Water Navy”) but also the human stories of courage, innovation, and perseverance. Navy Veteran Kent Wright will illuminate how the USS Cairo continues to connect us to a defining era in American history. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the past where war, science, and heritage intersect.
