The CSS Georgia was a Confederate ironclad warship built during the American Civil War. Originally intended to defend the port of Savannah, Georgia, it was a casemate ironclad with a single gun turret. The ship was constructed in 1862 but was never fully completed due to resource shortages. It was scuttled by Confederate forces in December 1864 to prevent its capture by Union troops during General William T. Sherman's March to the Sea. The wreck of the CSS Georgia was rediscovered in 1969 during the construction of a bridge in Savannah, and subsequent archaeological excavations have revealed important insights into Confederate naval technology and tactics. The recovery efforts have been ongoing, with artifacts and parts of the ship being conserved and displayed in museums. The CSS Georgia represents a significant piece of American naval history and serves as a reminder of the naval innovations and challenges faced during the Civil War.

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