The history of our Navy from its origin to the present day, 1775-1897, vol.…
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"The History of Our Navy from its Origin to the Present Day, 1775-1897, Vol. III" by John R. Spears is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the notable events and figures of the American Navy during the War of 1812, highlighting the exploits of various ships and their crews, particularly the frigate "Essex". The text not only recounts battles and victories but also sheds light
on the challenges faced by seamen of the era, emphasizing their courage and perseverance. The opening of the book introduces the second cruise of the "Essex" under Captain David Porter, starting in 1812 as it embarks on a journey to disrupt British shipping. Porter is depicted navigating strategically through treacherous waters, engaging in battles, and employing tactics to disguise his ship. A considerable focus is placed on the crew’s response to hardships, including disease and mutiny, alongside the determination to capture enemy vessels. The narrative quickly sets a tone of adventure amidst the backdrop of war, establishing a sense of heroism integral to the story of the American Navy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Spears, John Randolph, 1850-1936 |
|---|---|
| Title | The history of our Navy from its origin to the present day, 1775-1897, vol. 3 (of 4) |
| Original Publication | United States: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1897. |
| Credits | Peter Becker, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States. Navy -- History |
| Subject | United States. Navy -- History -- Spanish-American War, 1898 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71796 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71796-8 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2023 |
| Last Update | Oct 6, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1494 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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