George Greenman And Company, Shipbuilders Of Mystic, Connecticut: A History Of The Company And The Ships They Built (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258465902)

""George Greenman and Company, Shipbuilders of Mystic, Connecticut: A History of the Company and the Ships They Built"" is a comprehensive account of the renowned shipbuilding company that operated in Mystic, Connecticut, between 1852 and 1899. Written by Thomas Albert Stevens, a prominent historian and scholar, this book provides an in-depth look at the history of the company and the ships they built.The book covers the early years of the company, including its founding by George Greenman and his brothers, and the challenges they faced in establishing themselves in the highly competitive shipbuilding industry. It then delves into the company's heyday, when it was one of the leading shipbuilders in the United States, constructing vessels for both commercial and military use.Throughout the book, Stevens provides detailed descriptions of the ships that were built by George Greenman and Company, including their design, construction, and use. He also explores the impact that the company had on the local community, as well as the wider maritime industry.In addition to its historical content, ""George Greenman and Company, Shipbuilders of Mystic, Connecticut"" also features a wealth of archival photographs and illustrations, providing readers with a visual glimpse into the world of shipbuilding in the 19th century. Overall, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of shipbuilding, maritime commerce, or the development of the United States in the 19th century.Marine Historical Association, V1, No. 12.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.

Author: Thomas Albert Stevens, Charles Kirtland Stillman
ISBN-10: 1258465906
ISBN-13: 9781258465902
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/01/2012
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d