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Confederate Warships
Several Confederate ships were connected to Alabama during the Civil War. The CSS Alabam a , captained by famed Mobilian Raphael Semmes , was the Confederacy's most potent ocean raider, disrupting Union shipping lanes in the...
Alabama Olympians
Alabama is well-known for its success in college football, but the state has produced many Olympic champions as well. In this arena, track and field and swimming and diving have been the sports in which Alabama athletes have dominated....
Baseball in Alabama
Alabama is the birthplace of some of baseball's most celebrated stars. Long-time home run king Henry "Hank" Aaron, all-around powerhouse Willie Mays, and pitching great Leroy "Satchel" Paige all were born in the state...
THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ALABAMA
Welcome to your free, online resource on Alabama history, culture, geography, and natural environment. This site offers articles on Alabama's famous people, historic events, sports, art, literature, industry, government, plant and animal life, agriculture, recreation, and so much more.
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