Description

""Blue Jackets of 1812"" is a historical book that provides a comprehensive account of the naval battles that took place during the Second War with Great Britain. The book is written by Willis J. Abbot, an American author and journalist who was known for his works on history and biography. The book begins with an account of the French War of 1798, which set the stage for the conflict between the United States and Great Britain. It then delves into the various naval battles that occurred during the war, including the famous battles of Lake Erie and Lake Champlain. The book also provides detailed descriptions of the ships involved in the battles, the tactics used by the commanders, and the bravery of the sailors who fought in the war. Overall, ""Blue Jackets of 1812"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history or naval warfare.1887. With illustrations by W.C. Jackson and H.W. McVickar. Partial Contents: The Gathering of the War-Cloud; War with France; Proposed Reduction of the Navy; The War on the Ocean; An International Debate; Bainbridge takes Command of the Constitution; The War on the Lakes; On the Ocean; Decatur Blockaded at New York; Cruise of the Essex; War with the Savages; Capture of the Surveyor; On the Lakes; On the Ocean; Operations on the New England Coast; Desultory Hostilities on the Ocean; and Privateers and Prisons of the War.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.