The Hampton L. Carson Collection of Engraved Portraits of American Naval Commanders and Early American Explorers and Navigators (Classic Reprint): Also American Sea and Land Battles - Couverture souple

Carson, Hampton Lawrence

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333487126 ISBN 13 : 9781333487126

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book compiles a remarkable collection of engraved portraits of officers in the United States Navy, capturing their likenesses during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. The author has meticulously gathered these portraits, recognizing the absence of such a collection in existing repositories and the importance of preserving these visual records. The book presents an array of naval heroes, including Commodores John Paul Jones, Isaac Chauncey, Oliver Hazard Perry, and David Porter, among many others. These portraits offer a glimpse into the faces of those who played pivotal roles in shaping the course of American naval history. The book's significance lies in its ability to transport readers back in time, allowing them to connect with the bravery and sacrifice of these naval officers while gaining a deeper understanding of their contributions to the nation's maritime legacy.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333487126
• ISBN 13: 9781333487126
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 120
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