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_aSemmes, Raphael, _d1809-1877 |
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_aThe Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter : _bFrom the Private Journals and Other Papers of Commander R. Semmes, C.S.N., and Other Officers |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-08-12 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Curtis Weyant, Graeme Mackreth and PG Distributed Proofreaders | ||
| 520 | _a"The Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter" by Raphael Semmes is a historical account likely written during the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the voyages of the Confederate Navy ships, the Sumter and the Alabama, under the command of Captain Semmes, detailing their missions, battles, and the broader context of the American Civil War. The narrative offers insights into Semmes's experiences, strategies, and the challenges faced by a fledgling Confederate navy operating at a time of intense conflict. The opening of the work establishes Captain Semmes's background and his appointment to command the Sumter, amidst the backdrop of an unprepared Confederate Navy. It introduces key figures and the urgency of forming a naval presence to counter the Union’s dominance at sea. As Semmes prepares his ship for action, the text paints a vivid picture of the struggles to secure supplies, the intricacies of naval warfare, and the broader implications of the blockades imposed by the Union. This insightful beginning sets the stage for an engaging exploration of naval warfare during a pivotal moment in American history, showcasing Semmes's reflections on duty, strategy, and the political landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Naval operations | ||
| 653 | _aAlabama (Screw sloop) | ||
| 653 | _aSumter (Confederate cruiser) | ||
| 653 | _aConfederate States of America. Navy | ||
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