Admiral Raphael Semmes, CSA

(Front):Commander

C.S. Steamer

Alabama

Rear-Admiral

C.S. Navy

Sailor, Patriot,

Statesman

Scholar

and

Christian

Gentleman

(Side Plaque):

Admiral Raphael Semmes, CSA

Commander of the Most Successful Sea Raider In History

CSS Alabama

Still after these many years his patriotism and heroic deeds inspire us to cherish our American Liberties!

Marker is on Government Street, in the median. ...