The Story of the American Merchant Marine by John Randolph Spears

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Author Spears, John Randolph, 1850-1936
LoC No. 10007503
Title The Story of the American Merchant Marine
Credits E-text prepared by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "The Story of the American Merchant Marine" by John Randolph Spears is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed exploration of the development and evolution of the American Merchant Marine, focusing on its origins, key figures, and significant events that shaped its history. It is likely to appeal to readers interested in maritime history and the economic impacts of shipping and trade in early America. At the start of the book, the author introduces the foundation of the American Merchant Marine by detailing the construction of the "Virginia", the first American vessel built for commercial use, in 1607. This chapter sets the stage by evoking the challenges and dangers faced by early fishermen and traders venturing into uncharted waters, while also highlighting the resilience and fortitude of the men who toiled in harsh conditions. Spears outlines the interplay of adventure, economic opportunity, and the pioneering spirit that defined the early years of American maritime enterprise, laying the groundwork for the growth of an influential merchant marine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications
Subject Merchant marine -- United States
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EBook-No. 53122
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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