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Intrepid Sailor
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Author : Samuel Sobel
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980
Intrepid Sailor written by Samuel Sobel and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with History categories.
Intrepid Voyagers
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Author : Tom Lochhaas
language : en
Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
Release Date : 2003-06-24
Intrepid Voyagers written by Tom Lochhaas and has been published by International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-06-24 with History categories.
Stories of the World's Most Adventurous SailorsEdited by Tom LochhaasAs vivid and engrossing as great sea fiction, Intrepid Voyagers captures the real-life adventures of fifteen legendary long-distance sailors--men and women who have sailed to the ends of the earth and returned to write about it. Tania Aebi, Naomi James, Robert Manry, Hugo Vihlen, Val Howells, Bernard Moitessier, and other greats chronicle the joys, fears, sacrifices, and triumphs of life at sea with an immediacy and grace that will resonate with sailors and landlubbers alike.
Intrepid Sailors
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Author : Chipp Reid
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-05-25
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Named a ""Notable Naval Book of 2012"" by Proceedings Magazine Intrepid Sailors tells one of the greatest sea stories in the history of the U.S. Navy. Under Commodore Edward Preble, the Navy came of age fighting the scourge of the time, the infamous Barbary Pirates. Intrepid Sailors tells the story of the Navy's campaign to subdue the pirate leader of Tripoli, who declared war on the United States in 1801. After two failed campaigns, Preble took command of the U.S. squadron in the Mediterranean and served notice to world the U.S. Navy would be a force with which to reckon. Among the ships in Preble's flotilla was a non-descript little ketch. Once a French supply boat, the ketch served Tripoli until the U.S. squadron captured her in 1803. Upon her capture, Preble incorporated the little boat into his force, re-naming her the Intrepid. She was the first ship in the United States Navy to bear the name of Intrepid and would play a central role in some of the primary feats of "Preble's Boys." The exploits of the officers and sailors in this campaign are the stuff of legend. In culling myth from fact, Reid went back to original sources, using the words of the men in the campaign to tell their story. Whether it is Decatur leading the daring raid to burn the captured frigate Philadelphia or the escape attempts of American prisoners in Tripoli, Intrepid Sailors brings to life a story many Americans once widely knew but that today has become little more than footnote. Unlike other books on the topic, however, Intrepid Sailors delves into the development of officers and sailors under Preble. Most were half the age of their commander and few had major combat experience. Under Preble, these men forged a legacy of professionalism to which the Navy still adheres. The book also examines one of the most famous friendships in American and Navy history - that of Decatur and Somers. Their thirst for glory and utter devotion to making the U.S. Navy a permanent, respected force inspired all around them but that quest for immortality never caused a breach in their friendship. Instead, that friendship grew stronger, providing even more inspiration. Intrepid Sailors offers a rare insight into the lives of men who today loom larger-than-life and who continue to inspire each new class of naval officer. Stephen Decatur, Richard Somers, Charles Stewart, James Lawrence, Edward Preble and a pantheon of early U.S. Navy heroes all come to life.
Intrepid
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Author : Bill White
language : en
Publisher: Crown
Release Date : 2008-09-30
Intrepid written by Bill White and has been published by Crown this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-09-30 with History categories.
The first official history of the legendary aircraft carrier that fought in World War II and Vietnam and continues to serve as a major air and space museum in New York City The USS Intrepid is a warship unlike any other. Since her launching in 1943, the 27,000-ton, Essex-class aircraft carrier has sailed into harm’s way around the globe. During World War II, she fought her way across the Pacific—Kwajalein, Truk, Peleliu, Formosa, the Philippines, Okinawa—surviving kamikaze and torpedo attacks and covering herself with glory. The famous ship endured to become a Cold War attack carrier, recovery ship for America’s first astronauts, and a three-tour combatant in Vietnam. In a riveting narrative based on archival research and interviews with surviving crewmen, authors Bill White and Robert Gandt take us inside the war in the Pacific. We join Intrepid’s airmen at the Battle of Leyte Gulf, in October 1944, as they gaze in awe at the apparitions beneath them: five Japanese battleships, including the dreadnoughts Yamato and Musashi, plus a fleet of heavily armored cruisers and destroyers. The sky fills with multihued bursts of anti-aircraft fire. The flak, a Helldiver pilot would write in his action report, “was so thick you could get out and walk on it.” Half a dozen Intrepid aircraft are blown from the sky, but they sink the Musashi. A few months later, off Okinawa, they again meet her sister ship, the mighty Yamato. In a two-hour tableau of hellfire and towering explosions, Intrepid’s warplanes help send the super-battleship and 3,000 Japanese crewmen to the bottom of the sea. We’re next to nineteen-year-old Alonzo Swann in Gun Tub 10 aboard Intrepid as he peers over the breech of a 20-mm anti-aircraft gun. He’s heard of kamikazes, but until today he’s never seen one. Swann and his fellow gunners are among the few African Americans assigned to combat duty in the U.S. Navy of 1944. Blazing away at the diving Japanese Zero, Swann realizes with a dreadful certainty where it will strike: directly into Gun Tub 10. The authors follow Intrepid’s journey to Vietnam. “MiG-21 high!” crackles the voice of Lt. Tony Nargi in his F-8 Crusader. It is 1968, and Intrepid is again at war. Launching from Yankee Station in the Tonkin Gulf, Nargi and his wingman have intercepted a flight of Russian-built supersonic fighters. Minutes later, after a swirling dogfight over North Vietnam, Nargi—and Intrepid—have added another downed enemy airplane to their credit. Intrepid: The Epic Story of America’s Most Legendary Warship brings a renowned ship to life in a stirring tribute complete with the personal recollections of those who served aboard her, dramatic photographs, time lines, maps, and vivid descriptions of Intrepid’s deadly conflicts. More than a numbers-and-dates narrative, Intrepid is the story of people—those who sailed in her, fought to keep her alive, perished in her defense—and powerfully captures the human element in this saga of American heroism.
Notes
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Author : Nic Squirrell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-07-05
Notes written by Nic Squirrell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-05 with categories.
Use this notebook to jot down thoughts, notes, plans and ideas. 6x9 inches with 110 blank lined pages. Makes a top gift. Cover features a wild ocean and a ship in peril from a sea monster.
Sailing
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Author : Sebastian Eckbert
language : en
Publisher: Self Publisher
Release Date : 2024-01-16
Sailing written by Sebastian Eckbert and has been published by Self Publisher this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-16 with Sports & Recreation categories.
In the vast expanse of the open sea, where the horizon meets endless possibilities, the art of sailing unfolds as a symphony of skill, knowledge, and adventure. For centuries, sailing has been a captivating endeavor, drawing individuals to the majestic seas and oceans that cover our planet. Whether you're a novice sailor seeking the thrill of the wind in your sails or an experienced mariner honing your craft, this manual is designed to be your trusted companion on the watery expanses that beckon with mystery and beauty. This book is more than just a technical guide; it's a passport to the world of nautical exploration. From understanding the fundamental principles of navigation to decoding the secrets of wind patterns, "Sailing" equips you with the knowledge to navigate the waters confidently. You'll discover the joy of harnessing nature's forces to propel your vessel, creating a harmonious dance between wind and water. But our journey extends beyond the practicalities of sailing. As we embark on this odyssey together, we'll delve into the rich history of seafaring, exploring the tales of intrepid sailors who braved the unknown. Their stories, woven into the fabric of maritime lore, will inspire and remind you of the timeless allure of the sea.
Christopher Columbus The Intrepid Mariner
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Author : Sean J. Dolan
language : en
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Release Date : 2011-06-29
Christopher Columbus The Intrepid Mariner written by Sean J. Dolan and has been published by Ballantine Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-06-29 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The life and times of one of the world's greatest navigators. Join Columbus on his famous voyage as he struggles against muddled maps, mutiny, his sailors' fear of sea monsters, and the common belief that the world was flat and that he and his crew were going to "sail over the edge".
Notes
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Author : Nic Squirrell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-07-05
Notes written by Nic Squirrell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-05 with categories.
Use this notebook to jot down thoughts, notes, plans and ideas. 6x9 inches with 110 blank dot grid pages. Makes a top gift. Cover features a wild ocean and a ship in peril from a sea monster.
The Most Celebrated Travels Travellers
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Author : Jules Verne
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-05-17
The Most Celebrated Travels Travellers written by Jules Verne and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-17 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.
This 3 Volume series takes the readers on an unforgettable journey from 505 BCE till 19th Century recounting extraordinary tales of exploration and navigators. Verne's knowledge is truly remarkable and vast which he has also used in his great science fiction classics and adventure stories and thus, showing the depth of his literary prowess._x000D_ Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction.A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time.
Cruising World
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1986-07
Cruising World written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986-07 with categories.