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Old Salamander: The Life And Naval Career Of Admiral David Glascoe Farragut (1864)

Old Salamander: The Life And Naval Career Of Admiral David Glascoe Farragut (1864)

Headley, P. C.

Paperback

Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1163948772
ISBN13: 9781163948774
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 354
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.74 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Old Salamander: The Life and Naval Career of Admiral David Glascoe Farragut is a biography written by P.C. Headley in 1864. The book follows the life of David Farragut, a prominent figure in the United States Navy during the Civil War. Farragut's early life is explored, including his childhood in the South and his decision to join the Navy at a young age. The book also covers his experiences in the Mexican-American War and his rise through the ranks of the Navy.The majority of the book focuses on Farragut's role in the Civil War, including his command of the Union fleet during the Battle of New Orleans in 1862. The book provides detailed accounts of Farragut's naval strategies and his interactions with other notable figures of the time, such as Abraham Lincoln and William Tecumseh Sherman.Throughout the book, Headley portrays Farragut as a courageous and skilled leader, highlighting his bravery in battle and dedication to his country. The book also touches on Farragut's personal life, including his marriage and family relationships.Overall, Old Salamander provides a comprehensive look at the life and career of one of the most influential figures in American naval 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.

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