The Autobiography Of Captain Zachary G. Lamson, 1797 To 1814: With Introduction And Historical Notes (1908) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165791002)

The Autobiography of Captain Zachary G. Lamson, 1797 to 1814: With Introduction and Historical Notes (1908) is a firsthand account of the life and experiences of Captain Zachary G. Lamson during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is written by Lamson himself and covers his life from his birth in 1797 to his time serving in the United States Navy during the War of 1812.The autobiography is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period of Lamson's life. The book begins with Lamson's childhood in Massachusetts, where he grew up on a farm and developed a love for the sea. He then describes his decision to join the Navy at the age of 17 and his experiences as a sailor during the Quasi-War with France.Lamson also provides a detailed account of his time serving on the USS Constitution, one of the most famous ships in American naval history. He describes the ship's battles with British ships during the War of 1812, including the famous victory over HMS Guerriere in 1812.In addition to his personal experiences, Lamson also provides historical context for the events he witnessed. He includes information about the political and social climate of the time, as well as the tactics and strategies employed by the Navy during the War of 1812.The book includes an introduction and historical notes written by an editor, which provide additional context and background information. Overall, The Autobiography of Captain Zachary G. Lamson, 1797 to 1814: With Introduction and Historical Notes (1908) is a fascinating firsthand account of life in the early American Navy and a valuable historical document for anyone interested in this period of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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: Zachary Gage Lamson
ISBN-10: 1165791005
ISBN-13: 9781165791002
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 290
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.86lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d