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Why the 1860s are a compelling shipbuilding era

The variety of developments during the transition from sail and wooden walls toward steel makes the 1860s a personal favourite.

1860s Ironclads Naval Technology Steam Propulsion Warship Design

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Question

What is the most interesting era of warship construction?

Short answer

The 1860s, because the transition from sail and wooden walls toward steel produced so many different developments.

Notes

The 1860s are a personal choice for the most interesting shipbuilding era. The attraction is the transition from the sail navy and wooden walls toward steel, with many different ideas appearing during the change.