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To the average student of American history, men tion of our Revolutionary Navy instantly suggests the name of Paul Jones, and no other. Yet, not withstanding such singular distinction as a gener ality, but little is correctly known in detail as to the actual life and the real character of the man. The daily lives, the individual incidents, and the per sonal characters of our other very great men in that epoch are as Open books. These men spent their lives in our country, and after they had passed away the materials for their histories were left in friendly hands.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1331578132
- ISBN 13 9781331578130
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages352
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive and detailed account of John Paul Jones's life, starting with his humble beginnings as a Scottish peasant to his eventual rise as a renowned naval commander in the American Revolutionary War. The author draws upon extensive research, including Jones's own writings and the papers of his contemporaries, to present a vivid and nuanced portrait of this enigmatic figure. The book explores Jones's complex character, his unwavering determination, and his profound influence on the founding of the American Navy. Through Jones's story, the author sheds light on the broader historical context of the American Revolution, the challenges faced by the fledgling nation, and the role of naval power in shaping the course of history. The book concludes by emphasizing Jones's enduring legacy as a visionary leader and a symbol of American naval prowess, whose insights continue to resonate with those interested in maritime history and the art of naval warfare. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331578130_0
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