I] the Federal navy is not really that formidable compared to the RN
Maybe reading harrisons garbage novels a bit too much?![]()
I understand the US navy was under equipped, much smaller and outdated, but that doesn't mean that it would be completely destroyed. The US navy could still be annoying as hell to the Royal Navy and the Royal Navy would be at a disadvantage without being completely prepared at the time for war. The american's also have a home advantage and shipyards to build new ships. Within the War, the US Navy will be horribly marred, not questioning that, but it would still put up a fight.
What do you guys think US strategy would be in the north? They will have to withdraw troops from the south, so how will that affect fighting in Virginia?