Commodore Bainbridge - James Barnes - Bog

Commodore Bainbridge: From The Gunroom To The Quarter-Deck is a historical non-fiction book written by James Barnes and first published in 1897. The book tells the story of William Bainbridge, a young man who joins the United States Navy as a midshipman in 1789 and rises through the ranks to become a commodore.The book chronicles Bainbridge's early years in the Navy, his experiences in the Quasi-War with France, his capture by the Barbary pirates, and his command of the USS Constitution during the War of 1812. The author provides vivid descriptions of naval battles, life on board ship, and the political and social context of the time.Barnes also delves into Bainbridge's personal life, including his marriage, his relationship with his family, and his struggles with alcoholism. The book provides a detailed portrait of a complex and fascinating figure in American naval history.Overall, Commodore Bainbridge: From The Gunroom To The Quarter-Deck is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most important figures in the early history of the United States Navy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or the history of the United States.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.