Naval Actions of the War of 1812 by James Barnes
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"Naval Actions of the War of 1812" by James Barnes is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the naval engagements that occurred during the War of 1812, highlighting key figures, strategies, and battles that defined this critical conflict between the United States and Great Britain. Through vivid descriptions and illustrations, Barnes aims to celebrate the bravery and achievements of American naval forces, fostering a sense
of national pride. The opening of this work sets the tone for a detailed examination of the war's naval history, emphasizing the importance of remembering national heroes and their contributions to patriotism. Barnes discusses the reasons leading to the war, including impressment of American sailors by the British, and provides a compelling prelude to the naval actions that follow. The introduction captures the spirit of American sailors and their motivation for defending the nation, while also hinting at the book's focus on prominent figures such as Captain Isaac Hull and other commanders, setting the stage for an engaging exploration of naval warfare during this turbulent period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Barnes, James, 1866-1936 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Chapman, Carlton T., 1860-1925 |
| LoC No. | 02017410 |
| Title | Naval Actions of the War 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/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.5 (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 -- Naval operations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57889 |
| Release Date | Sep 12, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 455 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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