A History of American Privateers (Classic Reprint)
Edgar Stanton Maclay
ISBN 10: 1440099731 ISBN 13: 9781440099731
Published by Forgotten Books, London, 2015
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Forgotten Books copy of a1899 version from D. Appleton and Company. black and white illustrations. text is unmarked. binding tight. covers have light wear. edges of pages have light wear. Seller Inventory # 5044612
Synopsis:
Discover how American privateers shaped the early Navy and our path to independence, with startling data and firsthand anecdotes.
This nonfiction history explains the deep connection between the United States Navy and privateering from 1775 to 1815. It argues that privateers helped win independence and influenced the development of national maritime power, often surpassing regular naval forces in impact and prizes won. The book blends narrative with careful statistics, showing how many vessels were armed, how many prizes were taken, and how privateers affected British commerce and morale. It also highlights notable privateers and officers, illustrating a pivotal chapter in American maritime history.
What you’ll gain from this edition:
- A clear view of privateering’s role in early American wars and its relationship to the regular navy
- Concrete figures and comparisons that illuminate the scale of privateering’s influence
- Illustrative examples and profiles of key privateers and naval officers
- Context for how public perception and policy viewed privateers over time
Ideal for readers of American history, naval history, and those curious about how covert maritime efforts helped shape a nation.
Book Description: This book, first published in 1899, explores the significant role of American privateers during the Anglo-American wars of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century. Privateers provided essential reinforcements for the small American navy in attacking and capturing foreign merchant ships during this key period of maritime history.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: A History of American Privateers (Classic ...
Publisher: Forgotten Books, London
Publication Date: 2015
Binding: Trade Paperback
Condition: Very Good