Naval Life, Or Observations Afloat And On Shore: The Midshipman (1851) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166313111)

Naval Life, Or Observations Afloat And On Shore: The Midshipman (1851) is a book written by William Francis Lynch that provides a detailed account of the life of a midshipman in the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. The book covers various aspects of naval life, including the duties and responsibilities of midshipmen, the training they receive, the ships they serve on, and the battles they fight in. Lynch draws on his own experiences as a midshipman to provide a firsthand account of what it was like to serve in the Navy during this time period. He also includes anecdotes and stories from other midshipmen and sailors to give readers a broader perspective on naval life. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of naval life. Topics covered include the duties of midshipmen, the organization of the Navy, naval discipline, naval customs and traditions, and the role of midshipmen in battle. Overall, Naval Life, Or Observations Afloat And On Shore: The Midshipman (1851) provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history or the history of the United States during this time period.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: William Francis Lynch
ISBN-10: 1166313115
ISBN-13: 9781166313111
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 312
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d