02135cam a22003373u 4500 59934 UtSlPG 20260610134400.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 20009644 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942 Looking Back Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-07-17 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.) Original publication data not identified Edward VII, King of Great Britain, 1841-1910 Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59934 100760 100760