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100 1 _aHurlbut, Jesse Lyman,
_d1843-1930
245 1 0 _aStories of Our Naval Heroes Every Child Can Read
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-05-06
508 _aProduced 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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States. Navy -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32273
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