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Raphael Semmes

Raphael Semmes

Meriwether, Colyer

Paperback

Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1163624268
ISBN13: 9781163624265
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Raphael Semmes is a biographical book written by Meriwether Colyer that tells the story of the life and career of Raphael Semmes, a Confederate naval officer who served during the American Civil War. The book covers Semmes' early life, his education at the United States Naval Academy, and his service in the United States Navy before he resigned his commission to join the Confederacy. The book provides a detailed account of Semmes' command of the CSS Alabama, one of the most successful Confederate raiders, and his subsequent capture and imprisonment by the Union Navy. It also explores Semmes' post-war life, including his work as a writer and his involvement in politics. Colyer's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Semmes' life and legacy. The book includes photographs, maps, and illustrations that enhance the reading experience and bring Semmes' story to life. Overall, Raphael Semmes is a fascinating and well-researched biography that will appeal to anyone interested in the Civil War era and 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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