Andrew L. Chernak. On February 17, 1864, the Confederate Navy scored the first victory for a submarine in the history of naval warfare as Lt. George Dixon and his eight man crew piloted this strange vessel with it's unique torpedo spar into the side of the U.S.S. Housatonic, lighting up Charleston Harbor with a deadly fireworks display. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes an historical background. 8"L x 2½"H including solid walnut base. #0C90212