Hannay, David 1853-1934 creator text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Rodney" by David Hannay is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and legacy of George Brydges Rodney, a prominent English admiral who played a crucial role in establishing British naval dominance during the Age of Sail. Through his early experiences, career, and significant naval battles, the narrative delves into both Rodney's personal life and the broader context of maritime warfare of the time. At the start of the book, the author introduces George Brydges Rodney's lineage and family background, highlighting the stability of the Rodney family in Somersetshire while setting the stage for his eventual rise in the naval ranks. Rodney's early life is chronicled, from his humble beginnings through his entry into the navy as a young boy and the rigors of maritime service during a period of relative peace in England. The opening portion establishes the groundwork for understanding Rodney's character, his experiences at sea, and the realities of naval life in the 18th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-05-24 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Admirals -- Great Britain -- Biography United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Naval operations Rodney, George Brydges Rodney, Baron, 1719-1792 DA Original publication data not identified 04033686 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52155 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52155 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134213.0 52155