The Life Of The Late Rear Admiral John Drake Sloat, Of The United States Navy, Who Took Possession Of California And Raised The American Flag At Monterey On July 7th, 1846 - Edwin Allen Sherman - Bog

""The Life of the Late Rear Admiral John Drake Sloat, of the United States Navy, Who Took Possession of California and Raised the American Flag at Monterey on July 7th, 1846"" is a biography written by Edwin Allen Sherman. The book tells the story of John Drake Sloat, a prominent figure in the United States Navy who played a key role in the annexation of California. Sloat is known for his successful capture of Monterey, California, on July 7th, 1846, which marked the beginning of the Mexican-American War. The book delves into Sloat's personal life, including his childhood, education, and naval career, as well as his leadership during the war. It also explores the political and social context of the time, shedding light on the tensions between the United States and Mexico, and the role that Sloat played in the expansion of the United States. Overall, ""The Life of the Late Rear Admiral John Drake Sloat"" offers a comprehensive look at a significant figure in American history and provides insight into the events that shaped the country's westward expansion.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.