Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution
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Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution
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Author : E. Gordon Bowen-Hassell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution written by E. Gordon Bowen-Hassell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Admirals categories.
Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution
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Author : E. Gordon Bowen-Hassell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004-12-01
Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution written by E. Gordon Bowen-Hassell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-12-01 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The Navy of the United States, like the nation itself, was born in the midst of the bloody conflict for independence known as the American Revolution. The Continental Navy, as it was called then, shaped and was shaped by this difficult struggle for freedom that lasted from 1775 to 1783. During the war, the sailors of the young navy, seamen and officers alike, established the proud traditions of honor, courage, and commitment shared by today's servicemen in the United States Navy. It is important for the American people, especially those who wear the uniform, to understand the significant role that the Continental Navy played in the nation's beginnings. This book is about three captains of the Continental Navy: Lambert Wickes, Gustavus Conyngham, and John Paul Jones. In recounting the stories of their lives and examining the roles they played in the Navy's early years, it highlights the difficult circumstances that each man faced operating in seas dominated by the British Navy and emphasizes that the outcome of the American War for Independence was far from certain. The book also illustrates the humanity of these Revolutionary War heroes, revealing their weaknesses as well as their strengths. They exhibited frustration, pettiness, and egotism as well as courage, initiative, and sound judgment. Like naval leaders today, these Continental Navy officers faced tough choices and were forced to live with the consequences, for good or ill. Their lives and choices had an important influence on the course of the war and on the character of the naval service.
Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution
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Author : E. Gordon Bowen-Hassell
language : en
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Release Date : 2003
Sea Raiders Of The American Revolution written by E. Gordon Bowen-Hassell and has been published by Government Printing Office this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Historical Dictionary Of The American Revolution
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Author : Terry M. Mays
language : en
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 2009-11-18
Historical Dictionary Of The American Revolution written by Terry M. Mays and has been published by Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-11-18 with History categories.
This greatly expanded second edition of the Historical Dictionary of the American Revolution covers more battles, skirmishes, and raids of the American Revolution than any other printed source. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, maps and photos, a bibliography, and over 1000 cross-referenced dictionary entries.
Sea Of Glory
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Author : Nathan Miller
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1974
Sea Of Glory written by Nathan Miller and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1974 with History categories.
Naval history of the American Revolution, which recognizes the war for independence as a maritime conflict and explores the struggle for command of the sea.
American Revolution 5 Volumes
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Author : Spencer C. Tucker
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2018-09-14
American Revolution 5 Volumes written by Spencer C. Tucker and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-14 with History categories.
With more than 1,300 cross-referenced entries covering every aspect of the American Revolution, this definitive scholarly reference covers the causes, course, and consequences of the war and the political, social, and military origins of the nation. This authoritative and complete encyclopedia covers not only the eight years of the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) but also the decades leading up to the war, beginning with the French and Indian War, and the aftermath of the conflict, with an emphasis on the early American Republic. Volumes one through four contain a series of overview essays on the causes, course, and consequences of the American Revolution, followed by impeccably researched A–Z entries that address the full spectrum of political, social, and military matters that arose from the conflict. Each entry is cross-referenced to other entries and also lists books for further reading. In addition, there is a detailed bibliography, timeline, and glossary. A fifth volume is devoted to primary sources, each of which is accompanied by an insightful introduction that places the document in its proper historical context. The primary sources help readers to understand the myriad motivations behind the American Revolution; the diplomatic, military, and political maneuvering that took place during the conflict; and landmark documents that shaped the founding and early development of the United States.
American Privateers Of The Revolutionary War
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Author : Angus Konstam
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2020-02-20
American Privateers Of The Revolutionary War written by Angus Konstam and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-02-20 with History categories.
During the American War of Independence (1775–83), Congress issued almost 800 letters of marque, as a way of combating Britain's overwhelming naval and mercantile superiority. At first, it was only fishermen and the skippers of small merchant ships who turned to privateering, with mixed results. Eventually though, American shipyards began to turn out specially-converted ships, while later still, the first purpose-built privateers entered the fray. These American privateers seized more than 600 British merchant ships over the course of the war, capturing thousands of British seamen. Indeed, Jeremiah O'Brien's privateer Unity fought the first sea engagement of the Revolutionary War in the Battle of Machias of 1775, managing to capture a British armed schooner with just 40 men, their guns, axes and pitchforks, and the words 'Surrender to America'. By the end of the war, some of the largest American privateers could venture as far as the British Isles, and were more powerful than most contemporary warships in the fledgling US Navy. A small number of Loyalist privateers also put to sea during the war, and preyed on the shipping of their rebel countrymen. Packed with fascinating insights into the age of privateers, this book traces the development of these remarkable ships, and explains how they made such a significant contribution to the American Revolutionary War.
Ships Of The American Revolutionary Navy
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Author : Mark Lardas
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2012-01-20
Ships Of The American Revolutionary Navy written by Mark Lardas and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-20 with History categories.
Mark Lardas explores the origins of American warships, primarily light and medium frigates, built for the Continental Navy during the years 1776–1783. This was the first navy of the United States and much of the fleet was comprised of ships that had been modified from existing vessels, converted into warships to provide a crucial service during the American Revolutionary War. Despite having no real funding, this unique fleet had a surprising amount of success against the might of the Royal Navy, and this title discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each design, and the differences between European and American warships of the time. With a close look at how these ships performed in key battles, as well as the exploits of John Paul Jones – the founding father of the United States Navy – this is a complete, illustrated overview of the ships' service and development until France's entry into the war and the subsequent decline in importance of the Continental Navy.
Ships And Seamen Of The American Revolution
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Author : Jack Coggins
language : en
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Release Date : 2002-01-01
Ships And Seamen Of The American Revolution written by Jack Coggins and has been published by Courier Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-01-01 with History categories.
This carefully researched account of a lesser-known but vital aspect of the American war for independence chronicles exciting ship-to-ship battles, Benedict Arnold's efforts to build a fleet in Lake Champlain, the harassment of British ships by privateers, David Bushnell's "sub-marine" vessel and floating mines, uniforms, and much more. More than 150 black-and-white illustrations.
The Fisherman S Cause
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Author : Christopher P. Magra
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2009-04-06
The Fisherman S Cause written by Christopher P. Magra and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-06 with Business & Economics categories.
This book examines why and how colonial fishermen and fish merchants mobilized for the American Revolution, underscoring the pivotal maritime efforts that secured American independence.