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Thursday, 7 May 2026

4489) Did You Know Series (137): 1) Admiral Yi Sun-sin's Turtle Warship was perhaps the first Ironclad in History: 2) What is an Ironclad Warship: 3) Ironclads were used by both the Union and the Confederate State in the US Civil War (1861-1865): 4) The Sinking of the USS Cumberland by a CSS Ironclad led to the famous duel between two Ironclads - The Monitor and the Merrimack without any result: 5) The Poems and songs remembering the heroic fight put up by the Cumberland crew against the Ironclad:

4489) Did You Know Series (137): 1) Admiral Yi Sun-sin's Turtle Warship was perhaps the first Ironclad in History: 2)  What is an Ironclad Warship: 3) Ironclads were used by both the Union and the Confederate State in the US Civil War (1861-1865): 4) The Sinking of the USS Cumberland by a CSS Ironclad led to the famous duel between two Ironclads - The Monitor and the Merrimack without any result: 5) The Poems and songs remembering the heroic fight put up by the Cumberland crew against the Ironclad:

The CSS Hunley which was the first Submarine to sink a Union Ship:

1) The CSS Hunley made history on 17.02.1864, when it sank the Slppo Housatonic with its torpedo, but the submarine dod not survive the attack: 2) Recovery of the CSS Hunley and its wreckage; 3) The story of George Dixon the Sobmarine Commander and his lucky $20 Gold Copin presented to him by his lover

The Legend of Tom Dooley:

Did You Know Series (136): The Legend of Tom Dooley, a Confederate Forces Veteran who was hanged for the murder of a woman named Laura Foster, a crime that he did not commit

The Age of the Ironclad Warships:

Did You Know Series (137): 1) Admiral Yi Sun-sin's Turtle Warship was the first Ironclad in History: 2) What is an Ironclad Warship: 3) Ironclads were used by both the Union and the Confederate State in the US Civil War (1861-1865): 4) The Sinking of the USS Cumberland by a CSS Ironclad led to the famous duel between Two Ironclads - The Monitor and the Merrimack without any result: 5) The Poems and Songs remembering the heroic fight put up by the Cumberland crew against the Ironclad


1) Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s Geobukseon (turtle ship) warship is often described as the world’s first ironclad but historians debate whether it truly qualifies since evidence of full iron plating is inconclusive. It was certainly among the earliest armored naval vessels, predating Western ironclads by centuries, but its “ironclad” status depends on interpretation of historical records. 

What was the Geobukseon?

Invented by Admiral Yi Sun-sin in 1592 during the Imjin War against Japan. 

 The Geobukseon featured a covered deck resembling a turtle shell, spiked to prevent boarding.

An image of the design of the Geobukseon

- Had cannon ports along the sides and a dragon-shaped prow that could emit smoke or fire. 

- Powered by both oars and sails, making it maneuverable and fast.

Whether the Geobukseon can be considered an Ironclad?

The deck was covered with iron plates, making it the first armoured ship in history.

Western ironclads (like the USS Monitor in 1862) had continuous iron armor plating, which is better documented.📊

Comparison with Later Ironclads

Feature   Geobukseon (1592)     USS Monitor (1862)

Armour   Possibly iron-plated deck; disputed        Continuous iron armour hull

Weapons        Cannons, smoke/fire through dragon head       Rotating turret with cannons

Purpose  Break enemy formations, resist boarding        Naval dominance in Civil War

What is an Ironclad warship?

An ironclad ship was a steam-powered warship protected by iron or steel armour, constructed from 1859 to the early 1890s marking a major advancement over traditional wooden vessels. 

The ironclad was developed as a result of the vulnerability of wooden warships to explosive and incendiary shells. 

The first ironclad battleship, Gloire, was launched by the French.

The French ironclad battleship Gloire was laid down in 1858, launched on 24 November 1859, and completed in August 1860. It was the world’s first ocean-going ironclad warship, marking a turning point in naval history.

The ironclad became technically feasible and tactically necessary because of developments in shipbuilding in the first half of the 19th century.  

Definition and Characteristics:

An ironclad is a type of warship developed in the mid-19th century, characterised by its iron or steel armor plating that protected the hull from cannon fire and explosive shells, making it far more resilient than wooden ships of the line or frigates.

These ships were typically steam-propelled, though many retained sails to supplement their engines, and were designed for various roles including high-seas battles, coastal defense, and river operations.

The first purpose-built ironclad was the French ship Gloire, launched in 1859, which featured iron plates backed by heavy timber.

Britain soon followed with fully iron-hulled warships like HMS Warrior (1860).

Ironclads represented a technological leap in naval design, combining steam propulsion, heavy armor, and powerful artillery. They could withstand cannon fire that would have destroyed wooden ships, fundamentally changing naval tactics and prompting a global shift toward armored warships

The rapid evolution of ironclads in the late 19th century eventually led to the development of modern steel battleships and cruisers.

Legacy

While ironclads are no longer in active service, their impact on naval engineering and warfare is enduring. Some preserved vessels, like the recovered USS Monitor, serve as museum ships, offering insight into this transformative period in maritime history

The term "ironclad" has also entered general usage to describe something strong, secure, or impervious, reflecting the ship's armored resilience.

Ironclads were used in combat during the American Civil War in 1862:

During the U.S. Civil War, the Union built about 80 ironclads, while the Confederacy managed The to construct roughly 22 ironclads. The Union’s industrial advantage allowed it to mass-produce river gunboats and coastal monitors, while the Confederacy struggled with limited resources and shipyards.

Ironclads were first used in combat during the American Civil War in 1862, with the famous duel between the USS Monitor and the CSS Virginia (formerly Merrimack) at the Battle of Hampton Roads, demonstrating their superiority over wooden ships

Battle of Hampton Roads features thr CSS Virginia (formerly Merrimack) along with another Confederate wooden ship firing broadsides at the Cumberland. Another battleship "The Congress" was sunk by the Virginia in the same battle. 

The Confederate States Ship (CSS) - Virginia (formerly Merrimack) - the first Ironclad to sink the Union Wooden ship - the Cumberland.



This battle between the two Ironclads - the Monitor and the Merrimack marked the first engagement between ironclad warships and revolutionised naval warfare.

I searched in my Personal Library and found a book titled "SHIPS" - from LIFE SCIENCE LIBRARY, which my father had gifted me in 1971, the following interesting details:

"Toe to toe with the Virginia - better known to history by her former name "Merrimack" - the little "Monitor" fires point-blank in a vain attempt to pierce the enemy's armour - two criss-crossed layers of flattened iron rails. 

The diorama is at the Mariners Museum in Newport News, Virginia.


Monitor takes a break:

Crewmen of the Monitor relax on the deck of their revolutionary ironclad. Behind them is the big turret, which protected her two 11-inch smoothbore cannon with eight layers of one-inch iron plate

Connected to an auxiliary steam engine that turned it a full 360 degrees, the turret was roofed with an iron grate for ventilation and was shaded tom serve as a cruising bridge.

The US Civil War saw a major advance in naval warfare.

On the morning of March 8, 1862, a larnlike Confederate ironclad, built up from the wooden hull of the steamship frigate Merrimack and rechristened "Virginia, steamed sluggishly out of Norfolk to break the Union blockade.

Though numerically outgunned, she sank two wooden warships with her iron ram and exploding shells from her new rifled cannon.

The furious broadsides from her victims clanged off her greasy, sloping armour with little effect.

The following day the Union sprang its own surprise - the all-iron "Monitor" the famous "cheese box on a raft".

In a four hour gunnery duel, much of it fought at 40 yards or less, neither ship could do more than dent the other's armour.

"Monitor" put a stop to "Merrimack's" depradations.

But to naval observers the battle had greater significance for the future. It was clear - Merrimack's explosive shells were devastating, armour made a ship almost impregnable and Monitor's revolving turret rendered the fixed broadside obsolete.

The famous clash between the USS Monitor and the CSS Virginia (formerly USS Merrimack) at the Battle of Hampton Roads in March 1862 ended without a clear victor.

On March 8, 1862, the Virginia destroyed two Union wooden warships (USS Congress and USS Cumberland) and threatened a third, USS Minnesota.

On March 9, 1862, the newly arrived Monitor intercepted Virginia, and the two ironclads fought for about three hours. Neither ship was able to inflict decisive damage on the other.

The duel ended inconclusively: Virginia withdrew for repairs, and Monitor remained to guard Minnesota. Both sides claimed victory, but historians generally agree it was a stalemate.

Significance:

This was the first battle between ironclad warships, marking a turning point in naval warfare. The encounter demonstrated that wooden warships were obsolete and influenced navies worldwide to adopt ironclad designs.

The sinking of the Cumberland Union ship:

The USS Cumberland was a Union sailing frigate that met a dramatic end during the American Civil Wa

On March 8, 1862, during the Battle of Hampton Roads, the Confederate ironclad CSS Virginia (formerly USS Merrimack) attacked the Union fleet.

The Virginia rammed the Cumberland with its iron prow, tearing a massive hole in her hull.

Despite the damage, Cumberland’s crew continued firing until the ship sank beneath the waves.

She went down with her flag still flying, taking over 121 Union sailors with her.

USS Cumberland carried about 376 crew members when she was sunk on March 8, 1862, and approximately 121 of them died in the battle. 

This was during the famous clash at Hampton Roads, when the Confederate ironclad CSS Virginia rammed and destroyed the wooden frigate.

Historical Significance:

The sinking of Cumberland was one of the first major demonstrations of the power of ironclad warships over traditional wooden vessels.

It shocked naval observers worldwide and underscored the obsolescence of wooden fleets.

The next day, the famous duel between CSS Virginia and USS Monitor further cemented the ironclad era.

The sinking of the USS Cumberland became a powerful symbol for the Union, and it was memorialised in culture almost immediately

Songs and Poems:

The most famous tribute was the ballad - "The Cumberland's Crew", which celebrated the bravery of the sailors who kept firing until the ship went down.

Poets like Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and others referenced the ship’s sacrifice in works that emphasised honour and duty.

The Cumberland Crew - Song: 

Oh! shipmates, come rally, and join in my ditty

Of a terrible battle that happened of late

Let each good Union tar shed a tear of sad pity

As he listens to the once gallant Cumberland's fate

It was the Eighth day of March oh this terrible story

And many a tar to this world bid adieu

But our flag it was wrapt in a mantle of glory

By the heroic deeds of the Cumberland's crew

On that ill-fated day about ten in the morning

The sky it was clear, and bright shone the sun

The drums of the Cumberland sounded a warning

Bidding each gallant seaman to stand by his gun

An iron-clad frigate down on us camе bearing

While high in the air a rеbel flag flew

A pennant of treason she proudly was waving

Determined to conquer the Cumberland's crew

So our noble ship fired her guns' dreadful thunder

Her broadsides, like hail, on the Rebels did pour

But our sailors gazed on, filled with terror, and wonder

As our shots struck her sides and glanced harmlessly forth

But the pride of our navy could never be daunted

Tho' the dead and the dying our decks they did strew

The flag of our Union how proudly she flaunted

Sustained by the blood of the Cumberland's crew

Three hours we fought them with stern resolution

'Til the rebels found cannon could never decide

The flag of secession had no power to gall them

Tho' the blood from her scuppers, did crimson the tide

Then she struck us on mid-ships, our planks she did sever

Her sharp iron prong pierced our noble ship through

And still, though she splintered and listed hard over

"We'll die at our guns!" cried the Cumberland's crew

So slowly they sank 'neath Virginia's dark waters

And their voices on earth will ne'er be heard more

They'll be mourned by Columbia's brave sons and fair daughters

May their blood be avenged on Virginia's shore

In their battle-stained graves they are silently lying

Their souls have forever to each bid adieu

But the star-spangled banner above them is still flying

For it was nailed to the mast by the Cumberland's crew. 

The Cumberland sinking is also presented in  Art & Imagery:

Lithographs and paintings of the battle circulated widely, often showing Cumberland sinking with her flag still flying.

These images reinforced the idea of noble sacrifice against overwhelming odds.

Newspapers across the Union praised the crew’s courage, contrasting their wooden ship’s destruction with the terrifying power of the Confederate ironclad.

The event was used to rally support for the war effort and justify rapid investment in ironclad technology like the USS Monitor. 

Legacy: 

The wreck of Cumberland still lies in the James River, and it has been recognised as a historic site.

The ship’s story remains a reminder of how quickly naval warfare changed in the 19th century.







The Age of the Ironclad Warships:

Did You Know Series (137): 1) Admiral Yi Sun-sin's Turtle Warship was the first Ironclad in History: 2) What is an Ironclad Warship: 3) Ironclads were used by both the Union and the Confederate State in the US Civil War (1861-1865): 4) The Sinking of the USS Cumberland by a CSS Ironclad led to the famous duel between Two Ironclads - The Monitor and the Merrimack without any result: 5) The Poems and Songs remembering the heroic fight put up by the Cumberland crew against the Ironclad

The Legend of Tom Dooley:

Did You Know Series (136): The Legend of Tom Dooley, a Confederate Forces Veteran who was hanged for the murder of a woman named Laura Foster, a crime that he did not commit

The CSS Hunley which was the first Submarine to sink a Union Ship:

1) The CSS Hunley made history on 17.02.1864, when it sank the Slppo Housatonic with its torpedo, but the submarine dod not survive the attack: 2) Recovery of the CSS Hunley and its wreckage; 3) The story of George Dixon the Sobmarine Commander and his lucky $20 Gold Copin presented to him by his lover

Links to posts on this blog on Coins issued under "American Innovation $1 Coin Programme":















A unique Lady Liberty Coin Design & 250th anniversary of American Independence:





The CSS Hunley which was the first Submarine to sink a Union Ship:

1) The CSS Hunley made history on 17.02.1864, when it sank the Slppo Housatonic with its torpedo, but the submarine dod not survive the attack: 2) Recovery of the CSS Hunley and its wreckage; 3) The story of George Dixon the Sobmarine Commander and his lucky $20 Gold Copin presented to him by his lover

Links to other Posts from the USA:

First Amendment to the United States Constitution: Preample to the Declaration of Independence:




Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American Culture and Folklore:

1) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, Germany: $1 1-oz Silver Eagle Feather Proof - The Sacred Symbol of Pride, Dignity and Respect: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

2) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): A $1 1-oz Silver Coin "The Origin of the Devil's Tower And the Seven Sisters Star Cluster": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

3) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): A $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Antique Finish (AF) Coin "Native American Moon Spirit": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

4) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, Germany: $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof - "The Coin's design features an image of the Sun God Anpetu Wi, one of the most powerful spirits to the Lakota Sioux": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

5) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof - "Horseback Warrior Proof: The Finest Light Cavalry in The World": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

6) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American Culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof - "The Majesty of a Bison Hunt": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

7) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America: Coin minted by Germany: The 15th Release in the $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof - "Seven Sacred Rites - Rituals That Embody The Lakota Sioux Spiritual, Social, Social, And Cultural Identity": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

8) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, Germany: $1 1-oz Silver Black Hawk Ultra High Relief Proof - "The Coin's design pays tribute to Black Hawk (1767 - 1838), a prominent leader of the Sauk and Fox tribes, and shows a detailed portrait of the famous warrior": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

9) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): The 16th Coin released in the Series: Coin minted by Germany: $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof - "The Central Concept of Spirituality": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

10) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): The 16th Coin released in the Series: Coin minted by Germany: $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof - "Silver Dreamcatcher Black Proof": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

11) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): #1 (One Dollar) 1-oz Silver Red Cloud Ultra High Relief (UHR), Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) Coin: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

12) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): 17th Release in the Coin Series: $1 (One Dollar) 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief (UHR). Silver Bear Dance Proof:"One of the oldest recorded dances in North American History: A Cerempnial Expression That Symbolises The Renewal of Life": Date/Year of Coin Release: 2025

13) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): 2023 Oglala Sioux $50 Silver & $2 Gold "Native American Spirit War Horse" Ultra High Relief (UHR) Antiqued 2-pc Coin set NGC MS First Day of Issue: 2023

14) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): $1 1-oz Silver Dragonfly Ultra High Relief (UHR) Antiqued Coin: "Silver Dragonfly": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

15) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): A $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief (UHR) Antiqued Coin: "Silver Thunderbird": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

16) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): This coin is the 18th release in the Native American Silver Dollar Coin Series: A $1 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief (UHR) Antiqued Coin: "Silver Turtle Island": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

17) Oglala Sioux Nation (USA) - A depiction of Native American culture and folklore, United States of America (USA): Fifth Release in the Native American Coin Series: A $1 (One Dollar) 1-oz Silver Ultra High Relief (UHR) Antiqued Coin: "Silver Native American Hunting Horse": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

Native American Coin Series:


3) "Potawatomi" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint whic h struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2024

4) "Creek" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2024

5) "Pueblo" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2024

6) "Choctaw" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance California-based Native American Mint whic h struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2024

7) "Mohican" Culture and History, United States of Americs (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2022

8) Native American Coin Sets - "Shawnee, Arapaho, Susquehannock, Mohican, Chippewa and Cheyenne" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins fesaturing diffferent Tribes minted by the Torrance California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2022

9) "Navaho" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2021

10) "Cherokee" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which strusk a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issued: 2021

11) "Comanche" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Natibve American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2019

12) "Caddo" Culture and History. United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint whbich struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2021

13) "Eskimo" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2021

14) "Apache" Culture and History, United States of American (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Sets issue: 2021

15) "Chinook" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2021

16) "Seminole" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted ny the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2019

17) "Blackfoot" Culture and History, United Stat6es of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins feasturing different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2021

18) "Fox" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins festuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2021

19) "Sioux" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, Californis-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Natiomns Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2021

20) The Shoshone Nevada 1 Dollar, United States of America (USA): A 1-oz Silver Shoshone Tortoise Proof Coin Celebrating the Tribe of Lewis and Clark Guide Sacegawea: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2018

21) Mesa Grande Sovereign Nation, United States of America (USA): A $1 (One Dollar), 1 Oz Mercanti Native American Bison NGC MS70 First Releases: Date/Year of Coin issued: 2025

22) Did You Know Series (100): 1) The Native American Game of Lacrosse played in the 1100 AD has gone global: 2) Early lacrosse was characterised by deep spiritual involvement, befitting the spirit of combat in which it was undertaken. Those whi took part did so in the role of warriors, with the goal of bringing glory and honour to themselves and their tribes

23) First Coin ever issued by a Native American Nation, Shawnee Tribe - features famed Shawnee Tribal Chieftain "Shooting Star" (known as Tecumseh), one of the earliest Native American leaders ever to resist white encroachment on tribal lands, United States of America (USA): Date/Year of Coin issue: 2002

24) "Shawnee" Culture and History, Unmited States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2022

25) "Geronimo", Oglala Lakota Sioux, United States of America (USA): ! $1 1 oz Silver Ultra High Relief NGC MS70 First Release w/ Black Core: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2022

26) "Chiracahua - Apache" Culture and History, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

27) "Abenaki Tribe" 6 pc Set (BU) Coins set, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2025

28) "Eskimo Tribe" 6-pc Set (BU) Coins Set, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American (USA) Coins Set, United States of America (USA): A set of Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coin s that are authorised by each tri be: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2025

29) "Apache Tribe" 6-pc Set (BU) Coin Set, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins which are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Sets issue: 2025:

30) "Seminole Tribe" 6-pc Set (BU) Coins Set, United states of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Sets issue: 2025

31) "Iroquis Tribe" 6-pc Set (BU) Coins set, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Sets issue: 2025

32) "Cherokee Tribe" 6-pc Set (BU) Coins Set, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations coins that ae authortised by each tribe: Date/Year of Coin Sets issue: 2025

33) Mesa Grande Native American Sovereign Nation, United States of America: A $1- 1-oz Silver Area 51 Proof Coin: Date/Year of Coin minted: 2020

34) "Nanticoke Tribe" 6-pc Set (BU) Coins Set United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuring different Tribes minted by the Torrance, California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coins Sets issue: 2025

35) "Costanoan Tribe" (also known as the Ohlone") 6-pc Set (coins Set, United States of America (USA): A set of six Native American Coins featuringf different Tribes minted by the Torrabce California-based Native American Mint which struck a series of Indian Sovereign Nations Coins that are authorised by each Tribe: Date/Year of Coin Set issue: 2025

Native American - Code Talkers serving in World War I and World War II:

1) Ponca Tribe, Code Talker, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

2) St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, Code Talker, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

3) Oglala Sioux Tribe, Code Talker, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

4) Comanche Nation Tribe, Code Talker, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

5) Navaho Tribe, Code Talker, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of Woeld War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

6) Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate (Sioux) Tribe, Code Talker, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

7) Choctaw Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

8) Hopi Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

9) Seminole Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

10) Tonto Apache Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World war I and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

11) Ho Chunk Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World war II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

12) Pawnee Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

13) Onieda Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Metal issue: 2024

14) Standing Rock Sioux Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

15) Meskwaki Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

16) Osage Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

17) The Fort Peck Assiniobione and Sioux Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

18) The Tlingit Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American history: Date/Yesar of Medal issue: 2024

19) The Kiowa Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

20) The Muscogee Creek Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

21) The Pueblo of Acoma Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal Commemorates an important piece of World War II and American History: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

22) The Santee Sioux Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

23) The Crow Creek Sioux Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

24) The Crow Nation Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

25) The White Mountain Apache Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

26) The Pueblo of Laguna Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

27) The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II ans American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

28) The Yankton Sioux Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

29) The Menominee Tribe, Code Talkers, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War I and World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

30) The Rosebud Sioux Tribe, United States of America (USA): A Bronze Medal commemorates an important piece of World War II and American history: Date/Year of Medal issue: 2024

The CSS Hunley which was the first Submarine to sink a Union Ship:

1) The CSS Hunley made history on 17.02.1864, when it sank the Slppo Housatonic with its torpedo, but the submarine dod not survive the attack: 2) Recovery of the CSS Hunley and its wreckage; 3) The story of George Dixon the Sobmarine Commander and his lucky $20 Gold Copin presented to him by his lover

Gold Eagle Coins:

1) The Majestic Gold Eagle Proof Coins Return for 2025, United states of america (USA): A $10 (Ten Dollars) Gold Proof Coin minted by the West Point Mint, Mint Mark "W": Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

Custer's Last Stand:

1) Custer's Last Stand or The Battle of Little Big Horn 2-pc Tribute Set, United states of SAmerica (USA): Year of Coins issue: 1829, 1865

2) "Sitting Bull", Legendary Warriors, (United States of America), Niue Island: A $5 (Five Dollars) 2 oz Silver Antique Finish Gold Plated Coin: T & S Coins and Pinehurst Coins: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

The Story of Daniel Boone - Frontiersman:

1) The Story of Daniel Boone, Frontiersman, (United States of America - USA), Republique Du Cameroon (Republic of Cameroon): 250th Anniversary of Daniel Boone's first attempt at leading settlers along the Wilderness Trail through the Cumberland Gap into Kentucky in 1773: A 2000 Francs CFA 1-Oz Silver Colourised BU Coin: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

Coin Invest Trust (CIT) Wild West Coin Series:

1) Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, Billy the Kid - Legends of the Wild West!, Cook Islands: 250 Dollars (Gold) and 20 and 5 Dollars (Silver) Coins minted by B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt (GmbH) at its facilities in Munich by commission of Coin Invest Trust (CIT) on behalf of the Treasury of the Cook Islands: Year of Coin issue: 2024

Links to posts on the USA:
















First Amendment to the United States Constitution: Preample to the declaration of Independence:








































Custer's Last Stand:

79) Custer's Last Stand or The Battle of Little Big Horn 2-pc Tribute Set, United States of America (USA): Year of Coins issue: 1829, 1865

The Introduction of the Lincoln Cent in 1909:

80) Did you Know Series (101): The Introduction of the Lincoln Cent in 1909

Was Stonehenge built by Aliens:

81) 2025 Mesa Grande Sovereign Native American Nation: $1 1-oz Silver Coin Built By Aliens - Stonehenge Proof: Coin released by the republic of Ghana: Date/Year of Coin release: 2025

82) "The Gaspee Affair", Mesa Grande Sovereign Native American Nation, United States of americsa (USA): 250th Anniversary of the Gaspee Affair (1772-2022): A $1 (One Dollar) Silver Coin commemorates one of the earliest Rebellions in the US War of Independence: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2022

83) Cardinal Robert Prevost is Pope Leo XIV, the 267th Pope, United States of America (USA): A 1-oz Silver Election of Pope Leo XIV Round: Date/Year of Round issue: 08.05.2025

Super heroes Coin Series:

84) "Superman", United States of America (USA): Superhero Coins and Medals Series": The first $50 Gold Coin in the Series will feature Superman: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

85) "George Washington crossing the Delaware," Republic of Samoa: "The Commanders Coin Series": 5 Dollar Silver and 20 & 5 Dollars Gold Coins depict George Washington - General and twice President of the USA (in 1789 and 1782): Year of Coins issue: 2026

The CSS Hunley which was the first Submarine to sink a Union Ship:

1) The CSS Hunley made history on 17.02.1864, when it sank the Slppo Housatonic with its torpedo, but the submarine dod not survive the attack: 2) Recovery of the CSS Hunley and its wreckage; 3) The story of George Dixon the Sobmarine Commander and his lucky $20 Gold Copin presented to him by his lover

To view a few posts on previous COTY and Coin Constellation (Russia) winners, please visit the following links:






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