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OverviewThis entertaining collection of essays takes a biographical approach to early American naval history. The period from 1775 to 1850 was a trying time for the infant navy, a time when much was demanded of individual officers. New in paperback, this book focuses not only on battles and ships but on the colourful men, such as Oliver Hazard Perry and Stephen Decatur, who helped shape the U.S. Navy in the age of sail. By viewing the era through the lives of the participants, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of America’s new navy and the roots of its traditions. Full Product DetailsAuthor: James C. BradfordPublisher: Naval Institute Press Imprint: Naval Institute Press Dimensions: Width: 14.90cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 22.60cm Weight: 0.580kg ISBN: 9781591140597ISBN 10: 1591140595 Pages: 352 Publication Date: 30 January 2013 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationJames C. Bradford is a professor of history at Texas A&M and a respected specialist in American maritime, naval, and military history in the early national period of American history. He is the editor of many books on military history, including Quarterdeck and Bridge. He lives in College Station, TX. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |