The Prize Steamer 'cherokee,' Formerly The 'thistle.'

The Prize Steamer 'cherokee,' Formerly The 'thistle.'

Robert Bennet Forbes

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
ISBN:
9781176145337
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Discover the captivating history of the prize steamer 'Cherokee,' formerly known as the 'Thistle,' through the meticulous account of Robert Bennet Forbes. This detailed narrative explores the vessel’s significant role during a pivotal period. Forbes, with his keen maritime expertise, brings to life the adventures and challenges faced by this notable ship. Readers will gain insight into the transformation of the 'Thistle' into the 'Cherokee,' and its subsequent impact during wartime. This book is essential for maritime history enthusiasts and those interested in the naval aspects of the Civil War era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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