02409cam a22003133u 4500 32273 UtSlPG 20260610133733.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 08029300 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Hurlbut, Jesse Lyman, 1843-1930 Stories of Our Naval Heroes Every Child Can Read Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-05-06 Produced by Emmy, Tor Martin Kristiansen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Stories of Our Naval Heroes Every Child Can Read" by Jesse Lyman Hurlbut is a collection of historical accounts written in the early 20th century. This volume highlights the valor and heroism of American naval figures during the Revolutionary War and beyond, aiming to inspire young readers with tales of bravery at sea. The narratives are designed to educate children about important events and personalities in American naval history, emphasizing themes of duty, courage, and patriotism. The opening of the book sets the stage by proclaiming America as a land of heroes, particularly naval heroes whose actions have significantly shaped the nation's history. It introduces the intent of the collection, stating that it will detail thrilling stories of American naval men who fought valiantly for their country, including figures like Paul Jones and Commodore Perry. Hurlbut emphasizes the excitement and admiration surrounding these figures, asserting that their tales are not only inspirational but also crucial for instilling a sense of national pride in young readers. The narrative starts with the story of the first sea fight of the American Revolution, the burning of the "Gaspee," showcasing the courage of colonists taking a stand against British tyranny. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States. Navy -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32273 73119 73119