From Howard To Nelson - John Knox Laughton - Bog

""From Howard to Nelson: Twelve Sailors"" is a book written by John Knox Laughton that chronicles the lives of twelve British sailors who played significant roles in the country's naval history. The book spans several centuries, from the 16th to the 19th, and covers a variety of naval conflicts, including the Spanish Armada, the American War of Independence, and the Napoleonic Wars.Each chapter in the book focuses on a different sailor, providing a detailed account of their life, career, and contributions to the British Navy. The sailors featured in the book include Sir Francis Drake, Sir John Hawkins, Sir Richard Grenville, Sir Cloudesley Shovell, and Admiral Horatio Nelson.Laughton's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in naval history. The book is also well-researched, with Laughton drawing on a variety of primary sources to provide a comprehensive account of each sailor's life.Overall, ""From Howard to Nelson: Twelve Sailors"" is an excellent book that provides a fascinating insight into the lives of some of Britain's most famous naval heroes. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, British history, or military history in general.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.