Lacking heavy iron, the ship used pine lumber and cotton bales around the boilers to absorb cannon fire.
You can find the printed kit at retailers like Super-Hobby or Polish-Made . Download Modelarstwo Kartonowe 205 Governor Moore 1862 rar
Originally the civilian steamship Charles Morgan , the vessel was seized in New Orleans in January 1862 and converted into a warship for the Louisiana Provisional Navy. Lacking heavy iron, the ship used pine lumber
This kit is highly regarded by naval modelers for its detail and historical accuracy regarding "walking beam" steamers of the era. 1/200. Publisher: proArte (distributed via Modelarstwo Kartonowe ). Contents: 5 pages of offset-printed parts. 1 page of laser-cut or printed frames (ribs). Historical flags and templates for wire details. This kit is highly regarded by naval modelers
High; requires independent fabrication of small details from wire or plastic rod. ⚔️ Historical Context: The 1862 Governor Moore
While many hobbyists search for "rar" or "pdf" downloads, the physical magazine is still available through specialized hobby shops.
Its stem was reinforced for ramming by bolting two strips of railroad iron at the waterline. Armament: Equipped with two 32-pounder rifled guns.