A Statement Of The Facts And Circumstances Relative To The Operation Of The Pilot Laws Of U.S.: With Particular Reference To New York (1848)

""A Statement Of The Facts And Circumstances Relative To The Operation Of The Pilot Laws Of U.S.: With Particular Reference To New York"" is a book written by William Pennington in 1848. The book provides a detailed account of the pilot laws of the United States and their operation, with a specific focus on the city of New York. The author outlines the various regulations and laws governing the pilot system, which is responsible for guiding ships into and out of ports. He also examines the impact of these laws on the maritime industry and the economy of New York. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the pilot laws and their effects, providing readers with valuable insights into the workings of the American shipping industry in the mid-19th century.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.

Pennington served in India, France, Belgium, Burma, Germany and England, he was demobbed in 1946. He was co-founder of the Victoria Branch of the Burma Star Association and started writing.