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Official Proceedings at the Dedication of the Statue of Commodore George Hamilton Perkins: At Concord, New Hampshire, on the 25th Day of April, 1902 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The site chosen for the memorial is on the west side of the Capitol, fronting on North State street and directly opposite the United States Government build ing. The bronze statue stands within a niche in the centre of a structure of granite which is in the form of an exedra, or semi-circular seat, terminating at the ends with granite pedestals. The granite structure is forty-two feet in length, twenty feet in depth, and twenty feet in height. The statue, which is seven and one half feet high, stands upon a solid block of granite carved to represent the prow of a ship: the dimensions of this block are, length, eleven feet, six inches; height, four feet, three inches; depth, five feet. The capstone of the central portion is a single piece of granite, ten feet and four inches long, one foot and eight inches high, and five feet deep. On each side of the capstone at the top of the niche are bas-reliefs representing Peace and War. On the sides of the monument are battle-emblems, and an eagle supported by a doric shaft on which is engraved a seal, - ou one side, the seal of the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland, and on the other, the seal of the State of New Hampshire.
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- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1332171567
- ISBN 13 9781332171569
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages56
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the life and career of Commodore George Hamilton Perkins, a naval hero of the American Civil War. Born in New Hampshire, Perkins' courage and leadership were evident from a young age. During the war, he played a pivotal role in the capture of New Orleans and the Battle of Mobile Bay, where he commanded the ironclad C/zickasaw. Despite his young age, Perkins' judgment and bravery under fire earned him the respect and admiration of his peers, including Admiral Farragut. The author delves into the motivations and character of Perkins, revealing his commitment to duty, his love of country, and his enduring legacy as a symbol of naval heroism. Through the author's captivating narrative, readers gain insights into the complexities of war, the sacrifices made by those who serve, and the enduring impact of courage and leadership. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332171569_0
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