Raikes, Henry 1782-1854 creator text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Memoir of the Life and Services of Vice-Admiral Sir Jahleel Brenton, Baronet, K. C. B." edited by The Rev. Henry Raikes is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This memoir offers an intimate portrayal of Sir Jahleel Brenton's life, detailing his character, contributions to the British Navy, and his personal beliefs. The book serves as both a tribute to a distinguished naval officer and a moral guide for those in service, emphasizing the blend of professional achievement with personal virtue. The opening of the memoir establishes a dedication to Lady Brenton, expressing the editor’s sincere admiration for her late husband. It elaborates on the editorial intent, which is to showcase not only Brenton's public achievements but also the moral and religious principles that guided his life. The narrative aims to inspire younger members of the navy by presenting a character who exemplified courage, benevolence, and faith, suggesting that such qualities are not incompatible with being an esteemed military leader. The initial chapters set the stage for a detailed recounting of Brenton's early life, family background, and insights into his formative experiences in the naval service. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-01-21 Produced by MWS 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.) Original publication data not identified Admirals -- Great Britain -- Biography Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 19th century Brenton, Jahleel, Sir, 1770-1844 DA Original publication data not identified 18011220 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58746 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58746 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134343.0 58746