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Synopsis
When we think of bravery at sea, we can t help thinking of John Paul Jones. Numerous times, the enemy outgunned him, but he outthought them and outmaneuvered them. Born in Scotland to servants, going to sea as a young boy was an opportunity to change his place in life something rarely accomplished in the mid-1700s. From the son of a gardener, he rose to the rank of commodore of the newly established Continental Navy of the United States of America. When he wasn t capturing enemy ships, he was charming the ladies of American and French society. So great was his reputation that Catherine the Great in far-off Russia sent for him to run her navy. Jones s victories made him one of the greatest American heroes.
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Susan and William Harkins live in Kentucky, where they enjoy writing together for children. Susan has written many books for adults and children. William is a history buff. In addition to writing, he is a member of the Air National Guard.
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"A selection of vintage photos and prints, plus side discussions and references to other print and online resources, kicks this entry in the Profiles in American History series a notch above."
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- PublisherMitchell Lane Publishers
- Publication date2008
- ISBN 10 1584155299
- ISBN 13 9781584155294
- BindingLibrary Binding
- Number of pages48
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