New York & London: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1925. First Edition. Large 8vo. xii,381pp, Index. 15 pages of coated stock with 20 illustrations mostly from photographs. Blue cloth. Blue cloth, top edges gilt, very good plus, no dj. Admiral Gleaves (1858-1937) served in the Spanish-American War and World War I. During his service at the Naval Ordnance Proving Ground, he conducted various tests on the torpedo leading to a reliable and deadly instrument of war. During World War I while in command of the Destroyer Force of Atlantic Fleet, he devised a system of refueling ships at sea helping to ensure the safety of naval convoys crossing the Atlantic [Wikipedia and Tennessee Encyclopedia]. ; Illustrated; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 392 pages.

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Title: The Life and Letters of Rear Admiral Stephen B. Luce U. S. Navy Founder of the Naval War College
Publisher: G. P. Putnam's Sons, New York & London
Publication Date: 1925
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition.
Condition: Very Good+
Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket

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