The History of Our Navy from Its Origin to the Present Day 1775 to 1897 V1

""The History of Our Navy from Its Origin to the Present Day 1775 to 1897 V1"" is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the history of the United States Navy. Written by John R. Spears, the book covers the period from the establishment of the Navy in 1775 to the end of the 19th century in 1897. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a specific period in the Navy's history. The author provides a detailed description of the Navy's structure, organization, and operations during each period. The book also includes information on the major naval battles, campaigns, and expeditions that the Navy participated in during this time. The author has used a variety of sources to compile this book, including official Navy records, diaries, and letters of sailors and officers. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of the United States Navy. Overall, ""The History of Our Navy from Its Origin to the Present Day 1775 to 1897 V1"" is an informative and comprehensive account of the Navy's history that will appeal to anyone interested in naval history or American history in general.1897. Part One of Four. With more than 400 illustrations, maps and diagrams. Contents: Origin of the American Navy; First Cruise of the Yankee Squadron; Along Shore in 1776; He Saw the Countenance of the Enemy; Under the Crags of the Tight Little Isle; John Paul Jones and the Ranger; The First Submarine Warship; Privateers of the Revolution; John Paul Jones and the Bonhomme Richard; After the Serapis Surrendered; The Year 1779 in American Waters; Building a New Navy; War with Barbary Pirates; Decatur and the Philadelphia; Hand-to-Hand with the Pirates; and Why We Fought in 1812. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417918675, 1417919957, 0766196720.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.