Kiara, diamant écorché par le sang. Vol. 3

Hazel Diaz

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Forty-Five Years Under The Flag is a memoir written by Winfield Scott Schley, a former United States Navy admiral. The book covers Schley's extensive naval career, spanning over 45 years, and includes his experiences during the American Civil War, the Spanish-American War, and his time as a commander of the North Atlantic Squadron. Schley provides a detailed account of his naval service, including his involvement in several key battles and operations, such as the Battle of Santiago de Cuba and the blockade of Cuba. He also shares personal anecdotes and observations about his fellow officers and sailors, as well as his thoughts on the state of the Navy during his time of service.Throughout the book, Schley emphasizes the importance of patriotism and duty to country, and highlights the sacrifices made by those who serve in the armed forces. He also offers insights into the challenges and rewards of a career in the military, and the impact it can have on one's personal life.Overall, Forty-Five Years Under The Flag provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of a distinguished naval officer, and offers valuable insights into the history of the United States Navy during a critical period of its development.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.

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