The Wardens of Cape Cod : The achievements of the Coast Guard Patrol by Beston

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Author Beston, Henry, 1888-1968
Title The Wardens of Cape Cod : The achievements of the Coast Guard Patrol
Original Publication Garden City, NY: Doubleday, Page and Co., 1923.
Note Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note From The World's Work, December, 1923, Volume 47, Issue 2.
Credits Steve Mattern. This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive
Summary "The Wardens of Cape Cod: The Achievements of the Coast Guard Patrol" by Henry Beston is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the critical role and experiences of the Coast Guard in patrolling Cape Cod's treacherous shores, particularly focusing on the challenges of shipwrecks and the bravery of the surfmen. In the narrative, Beston shares vivid descriptions of the outer Cape's wild landscape and recounts dramatic incidents involving the Coast Guard's rescue operations. He details harrowing patrol nights and recounts the tragic wreck of the bark "Castagna", wherein the crew faced severe winter conditions and icy peril. Through engaging anecdotes, Beston brings to life the courage and camaraderie of the surfmen as they navigate the dangers posed by the North Atlantic, emphasizing their essential role in maritime safety and the resilience required to face nature's fury. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class VK: Naval science: Navigation, Merchant marine
Subject Shipwrecks -- Massachusetts -- Cape Cod
Subject Lifesaving stations -- Massachusetts -- Cape Cod
Subject Lifesaving -- Massachusetts -- Cape Cod
Category Text
EBook-No. 73401
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 16, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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