The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812 by Ralph Delahaye Paine
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"The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812" by Ralph Delahaye Paine is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book meticulously explores the events, challenges, and strategic decisions surrounding the War of 1812, focusing predominantly on the American struggle for naval superiority against Great Britain. Through detailed narratives, it examines the motivations for war, the military missteps, and the eventual fights for independence
on the seas, making it a captivating exploration of a pivotal moment in American history. The opening of the book sets a reflective tone regarding the War of 1812, presenting a candid analysis of the American psyche during the conflict. It begins by acknowledging the ironies and historical nostalgia surrounding a war initially perceived as a failure but ultimately deemed a victory in establishing the United States as a sovereign nation. Paine elaborates on the grievances that led to military action, including Britain's restrictive maritime policies against American commerce and the impressment of American sailors. With a clear emphasis on the inadequacies of the American military leadership and the chaotic state of preparations for war, the narrative sets the groundwork for a thorough examination of the decisions and individuals that influenced the outcome of the conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Paine, Ralph Delahaye, 1871-1925 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Johnson, Allen, 1870-1931 |
| Title |
The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812 The Chronicles of America Series, Volume 17 |
| Original Publication | [S.l. : s.n.], 1920 |
| Series Title | Chronicles of America series; v. 17 |
| Credits | Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- War of 1812 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18941 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2006 |
| Last Update | Sep 10, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 618 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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