Looking Back
Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942
Looking Back - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2019-07-17
Produced by David T. Jones, Al Haines, Neanderthal & the
online Project Gutenberg team at
http://www.pgdpcanada.net Produced by David T. Jones, Al Haines, Neanderthal & the
online Project Gutenberg team at
http://www.pgdpcanada.net
"Looking Back" by Captain The Hon. Sir Seymour Fortescue, K.C.V.O., C.M.G. is a memoir reflecting on the life experiences of a Royal Navy officer, likely written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author’s illustrious career, touching on significant events, royal encounters, and personal anecdotes during his time serving at the court of King Edward VII, as well as his naval adventures. The opening of the memoir establishes Fortescue’s background, detailing his upbringing at Castle Hill, North Devon, and describing his family and childhood influences. It sets the stage for his reflections on a diverse life, filled with experiences that bridge military service, court life, and societal engagements. The narrative hints at the author's imminent journey into the Navy, providing insights into the values and characters that shaped his formative years, before starting a detailed account of his naval career, including his training and early assignments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Edward VII, King of Great Britain, 1841-1910 Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942
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Looking Back - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2019-07-17
Produced by David T. Jones, Al Haines, Neanderthal & the
online Project Gutenberg team at
http://www.pgdpcanada.net Produced by David T. Jones, Al Haines, Neanderthal & the
online Project Gutenberg team at
http://www.pgdpcanada.net
"Looking Back" by Captain The Hon. Sir Seymour Fortescue, K.C.V.O., C.M.G. is a memoir reflecting on the life experiences of a Royal Navy officer, likely written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author’s illustrious career, touching on significant events, royal encounters, and personal anecdotes during his time serving at the court of King Edward VII, as well as his naval adventures. The opening of the memoir establishes Fortescue’s background, detailing his upbringing at Castle Hill, North Devon, and describing his family and childhood influences. It sets the stage for his reflections on a diverse life, filled with experiences that bridge military service, court life, and societal engagements. The narrative hints at the author's imminent journey into the Navy, providing insights into the values and characters that shaped his formative years, before starting a detailed account of his naval career, including his training and early assignments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
20009644
Edward VII, King of Great Britain, 1841-1910 Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942
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