Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 by James Barnes
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"Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812" by James Barnes is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores tales from the War of 1812, focusing on the ships and sailors that defined this pivotal period in American maritime history. The author aims to recount vibrant stories from this era, presenting the bravery and experiences of the sailors who served on these iconic vessels, such as the
frigate "Chesapeake". At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by providing context about the ill-fated "Chesapeake", which was notoriously known for its early struggles. The narrative introduces Captain James Barron and his crew, composed of a mix of experienced sailors and inexperienced recruits as they prepare for departure amidst tensions with British forces. The captain's past honors set against the backdrop of rising conflicts leads to a fateful encounter between the "Chesapeake" and the British frigate "Leopard", culminating in a dramatic and tragic incident at sea. This opening establishes a rich historical tapestry filled with themes of honor, conflict, and the perils of naval warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Barnes, James, 1866-1936 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Chapman, Carlton T., 1860-1925 |
| Illustrator | Zogbaum, Rufus Fairchild, 1849-1925 |
| LoC No. | 04023566 |
| Title | Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | United States -- History -- War of 1812 -- Naval operations -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36136 |
| Release Date | May 17, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 468 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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