A Middy's Recollections, 1853-1860 (1898) - Victor Alexander Montagu - Bog

A Middy's Recollections is a memoir written by Victor Alexander Montagu, originally published in 1898. The book covers Montagu's experiences as a midshipman in the Royal Navy from 1853 to 1860. Montagu provides a detailed account of his life on board various ships, including the HMS Victory and the HMS St. George. He describes his training, duties, and daily life as a midshipman, as well as the various ports and countries he visited during his service. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about his fellow sailors and officers, as well as his interactions with local populations and cultures. Montagu's writing style is engaging and provides a unique insight into life in the Royal Navy during the mid-19th century. Overall, A Middy's Recollections is a valuable historical document that offers a firsthand account of naval life during a significant period in British history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.