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In Pursuit of the Essex: Heroism and Hubris on the High Seas in the War of 1812
In Pursuit of the Essex Heroism and Hubris on the High Seas in the War of 1812
Author: Ben Hughes
On 26 October 1812, during the war between Britain and the United States, the frigate USS Essex set sail on the most remarkable voyage in the early history of the U.S. Navy. After rounding Cape Horn in South America, she proceeded to systematically destroy the British South Seas whaling fleet. When news reached the Royal Navy's South American st...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781473823648
ISBN-10: 1473823641
Publication Date: 5/15/2016
Pages: 240
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Publisher: Naval Institute Press
Book Type: Hardcover
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