The Life Of Silas Talbot

The Life Of Silas Talbot

Henry Theodore Tuckerman

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104396251
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The Life of Silas Talbot: A Commodore in the Navy of the United States is a biographical work written by Henry Theodore Tuckerman in 1850. The book chronicles the life and career of Silas Talbot, a prominent naval officer during the American Revolution and the early years of the United States Navy. Talbot served in various capacities, including as a privateer, a captain in the Continental Navy, and a commodore in the United States Navy. Tuckerman’s book provides a detailed account of Talbot’s naval exploits, including his capture of several British vessels and his role in the Battle of Rhode Island. Additionally, the book explores Talbot’s personal life, including his marriage, his political views, and his involvement in the development of the naval academy at Newport, Rhode Island. The Life of Silas Talbot is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States Navy or the American Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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