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Around the World With the Blue Jackets, or How We Displayed the American Flag in Foreign Waters (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Rhoades, Henry Eckford

 
9781333875411: Around the World With the Blue Jackets, or How We Displayed the American Flag in Foreign Waters (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Set sail with a U.S. Navy crew on a globe-spanning cruise aboard the Iroquois. This eyewitness travel memoir blends naval life with vivid cultural observations, capturing ports, people, and moments of discovery from a period of exploration and duty.


Across continents and oceans, the book follows the crew as they observe life at sea, forge official courtesies in foreign harbors, and glimpse the customs, landscapes, and daily struggles of people in distant lands. It blends practical details of naval discipline with engaging portraits of places like Japan and Peru, offering a unique window into 19th‑century travel and service.



  • Authentic scenes of life aboard a wooden warship, from routine work to camaraderie and ceremony.

  • Vivid depictions of ports, people, and traditional practices encountered on the voyage.

  • Historical context for naval life, exploration priorities, and the global reach of the American Navy.

  • Firsthand observations that illuminate culture, technology, and geography of the era.


Ideal for readers interested in maritime history, travel writing, and the everyday realities of naval service in a bygone era.

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