Location: Chowan County and Washington County, North Carolina

Campaign: Operations against Plymouth (April-May 1864)

Date: May 5, 1864

Principal Commanders:
Capt. Melancton Smith [US];
Cdr. J.W. Cooke [CS]

Forces Engaged: 9 gunboats [US]; Confederate ram [CS]

Estimated Casualties: 88 total

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.

Result: Inconclusive