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_aSpears, John Randolph, _d1850-1936 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe history of our Navy from its origin to the present day, 1775-1897, vol. 3 (of 4) |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2023-10-05 | ||
| 508 | _aPeter Becker, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"The History of Our Navy from its Origin to the Present Day, 1775-1897, Vol. III" by John R. Spears is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the notable events and figures of the American Navy during the War of 1812, highlighting the exploits of various ships and their crews, particularly the frigate "Essex". The text not only recounts battles and victories but also sheds light on the challenges faced by seamen of the era, emphasizing their courage and perseverance. The opening of the book introduces the second cruise of the "Essex" under Captain David Porter, starting in 1812 as it embarks on a journey to disrupt British shipping. Porter is depicted navigating strategically through treacherous waters, engaging in battles, and employing tactics to disguise his ship. A considerable focus is placed on the crew’s response to hardships, including disease and mutiny, alongside the determination to capture enemy vessels. The narrative quickly sets a tone of adventure amidst the backdrop of war, establishing a sense of heroism integral to the story of the American Navy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1897 |
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| 653 | _aUnited States. Navy -- History | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States. Navy -- History -- Spanish-American War, 1898 | ||
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| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71796 |
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