A Double-edged Sword: The Biography of Commodore Jesse Duncan Elliott, 1782–1845 - Couverture souple

Long, David F.

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An important reassessment of Commodore Jesse Duncan Elliott, highlighting his controversial actions as well as his significant contributions to the development of the American Navy, making it a compelling read for history buffs interested in naval history and diplomacy.

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David F. Long joined the history department at the University of New Hampshire in 1948 where he taught for forty-five years, specializing in naval history and foreign relations. He authored or edited many books, among them Nothing Too Daring: A Biography of Commodore David Porter, 1780-1843. Long passed away in 2001.

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�diteur: University Alabama Press
Date d'�dition: 2026
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