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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a thrilling historical account of the early days of the Coastguard, a force established to combat widespread smuggling along Britain's shores in the early 19th century. The author chronicles the formation and training of the Coastguard, their courageous battles against heavily armed smugglers, and the impact of their work on coastal communities. The book delves into the motivations of these daring smugglers, who saw their illicit trade as a legitimate means of making a living, and sheds light on the social and economic conditions that fueled their activities. Through vivid descriptions of raids, ambushes, and trials, the author reveals the often-violent struggle between the Coastguard and the smugglers, capturing the excitement and danger of this era. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a forgotten chapter of British history, exploring the complexities of smuggling and law enforcement in a time of great social and economic change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333858780_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333858780
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333858780
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)