 "Rhode Island" then remained at New York anchored in the East River opposite Wall Street, having her guns trained so as to protect Government properties from the threat of mob violence.On November 22, 1864, "Rhode Island" departed New York, and a few days later, in company with , captured the British blockade-runner "Vixen".On December 24 "Rhode Island" took part in the failed attack on Fort Fisher, returning the next day to embark troops from the shore.