02435cam a22003493u 4500 28633 UtSlPG 20260610133644.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 01026931 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E201 Hapgood, Hutchins, 1869-1944 Paul Jones Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Riverside Biographical Series, number 12 Release date is 2009-04-29 Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Paul Jones" by Hutchins Hapgood is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of John Paul Jones, a prominent naval commander during the American Revolutionary War, and presents an exploration of his relentless pursuit of honor, distinction, and authority at sea. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical events, showcasing Jones's adventures, challenges, and ambitions. The opening of the biography outlines John Paul Jones's early life and formative experiences that shaped him into a daring naval leader. Born in a modest Scottish family, he demonstrated exceptional seamanship from a young age, ultimately shifting his path toward a life of adventure on the high seas. As he moves from being a shipmaster's apprentice to commander, key incidents from his early voyages, including his involvement in the slave trade and his fierce temperament, are highlighted. Jones’s aspirations for recognition and prowess become increasingly evident as he navigates his way into a pivotal role within the nascent American navy, setting the stage for his future exploits that would make him a legendary figure in naval history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Biography Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792 Riverside Biographical Series, number 12 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28633 69541 69541