Albemarle Sound
- Other Name:
- Campaign:
- Operations Against Plymouth and New Berne
- Date(s):
- April-May 1864
- Principal Commanders:
- Captain Melancton Smith [US] Captain James Cooke [CS]
- Forces Engaged:
- 0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
- Estimated Casualties:
- 0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
- Description:
- On May 5, CSS Albemarle fought seven blockading Union ships to a draw at the mouth of the Roanoke River. Federals recaptured the converted steamer Bombshell. USS Sassacus was badly damaged.
- Results:
- Indecisive
- CWSAC Reference #:
- NC013
- Preservation Priority: